Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 10 (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 62/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 has the bigger battery (4970 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,549,798).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10
Google Pixel 9
What makes Google Pixel 10 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2293 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5937 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 4970 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 29W vs 27W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1549798
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 204g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 7 points higher (69/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 — 38/100, Google Pixel 9 — 52/100; 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 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1549798 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2293 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5937 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4970 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 29W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 143 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.6 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10
- Main: 48MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10
- 4970 mAh
- Wired: 29W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 10 by 0.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 (75/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 10 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Google Pixel 10 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 10 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.