Google Pixel 4 vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia Pro-I leads — 50/100 vs 41/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro-I has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia Pro-I is faster in AnTuTu (1,135,878 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 211g).

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Google Pixel 4 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 4

Performance 54
Display 71
Camera 17
Battery 15
Portability 79
Value for money —

Sony Xperia Pro-I

Performance 64
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 8

What makes Google Pixel 4 better?

  • Lighter: 162g vs 211g

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 43/100)

What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1135878 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1500 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3537 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (20/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 71/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Sony Xperia Pro-I scores 9 points higher (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I leads (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I leads (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I and the Google Pixel 4 are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (35/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (79/100 vs 43/100).

Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 4 Sony Xperia Pro-I
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 824513 1135878
Geekbench Single 968 1500
Geekbench Multi 2731 3537
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2280 1644x3840
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Main camera 2 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 11
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65/IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 162 g 211 g
Launch price — $1799

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 4

  • Main: 2MP f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera

Sony Xperia Pro-I

  • Main: 12MP f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 4

  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
71
display

Sony Xperia Pro-I

  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 4

  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
15
battery

Sony Xperia Pro-I

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
41/100
824513 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100 +27.4%
1135878 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia Pro-I leads Google Pixel 4 by 27.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 4

Price unknown

Sony Xperia Pro-I

$1799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (90/100 vs 71/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I and the Google Pixel 4 are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (35/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (79/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Google Pixel 4 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I leads on performance (64/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.