Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; estimated prices are $1199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 50/100 (a 6-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 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 143); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 33/100)
- Lighter: 198g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 6 points higher (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (51/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $799 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 9 by 3.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (33/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (51/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (52/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 6 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?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (33/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.