Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 23W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 232g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1199
- Better display (88/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (62/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — 62/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (54/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1606238 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 1880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 5100 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2856x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 0.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 Pro was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (54/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.