Google Pixel 4 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 15/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 862,803); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 32 points (47/100 vs 15/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Performance 2
Display 50
Camera 6
Battery 0
Design 97
Value for money 55
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 192g

  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 862803
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better camera (34/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 32 points higher (47/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (34/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (42/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (34/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 862803 2096581
Geekbench Single 968 2205
Geekbench Multi 2731 7192
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080x2280 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 2 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 162 g 192 g
Price $964
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
6
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
15/100
862803 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
47/100 +58.8%
2096581 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Google Pixel 4 by 58.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 4
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (42/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (34/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (41/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (97/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 32 points (47/100 vs 15/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on camera score (34/100 vs 6/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.