Fairphone 5 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; estimated prices are $770 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 25/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4200); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 108); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is thinner (8.5mm vs 9.6mm).
Fairphone 5
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Lighter: 212g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $770 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (35/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (57/100 vs 34/100)
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 5 vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 28 points higher (53/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (57/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (35/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (57/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 5 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm QCM6490 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1585585 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2700 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 160 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 880 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP55 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 221 g | |
| Price | $770 | $1099 |
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Price difference: $329. Fairphone 5 is cheaper by $329.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (88/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (46/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (35/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (57/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 5 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 28 points (53/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 5 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Fairphone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 5 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 5 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 5 over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Fairphone 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.