Google Pixel 4 vs Xiaomi Mi 9

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mi 9 leads — 47/100 vs 41/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mi 9 has the bigger battery (3300 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 4 is faster in AnTuTu (862,803 vs 824,513).

The Xiaomi Mi 9 edges out the Google Pixel 4 by just 6 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
Xiaomi Mi 9
Performance 54
Display 56
Camera 44
Battery 22
Portability 79
Value for money 32
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 862803 vs 824513
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 162g vs 173g

  • Better display (71/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
  • Bigger battery: 3300 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (22/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Xiaomi Mi 9 scores 6 points higher (47/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 leads (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (44/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (22/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Mi 9: The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 Xiaomi Mi 9
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 862803 824513
Geekbench Single 968 968
Geekbench Multi 2731 2731
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2280 2340x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 3300 mAh
Charging 18W 27W
Wireless charging 20W
Main camera 2 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 16 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 9
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm
Weight 162 g 173 g
Launch price $400
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 20MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
71
display
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
15
battery
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 20W
22
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
41/100
862803 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Mi 9 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
47/100 -4.6%
824513 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 4 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 4.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4
Price unknown
Xiaomi Mi 9
$400
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (71/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (44/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (22/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Xiaomi Mi 9 edges out the Google Pixel 4 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Xiaomi Mi 9 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 17/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for everyday use.