Fairphone 6+ vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Fairphone 6+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4415); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,672,795 vs 1,101,953); the Fairphone 6+ is noticeably lighter (193g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 6+
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
What makes Fairphone 6+ better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 221g
- Better portability (47/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1672795 vs 1101953
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4415 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 6+ vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Fairphone 6+ are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 6+ (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 6+ (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 6+ is a bit better (47/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 6+ | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1101953 | 1672795 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1116x2484 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4415 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 160 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.6×73.3×9.6 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 6+
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 6+
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1116x2484
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 6+
- 4415 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Fairphone 6+ and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Fairphone 6+ by 34.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Fairphone 6+
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Fairphone 6+ are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 6+ (88/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Fairphone 6+ (57/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 6+ is a bit better (47/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 6+ or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Fairphone 6+ by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 6+ and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Fairphone 6+ has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 6+ or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 6+ or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 6+ over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Fairphone 6+ is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.