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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
- 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.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 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/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4
Price unknownDetailed 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?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Xiaomi Mi 9 (44/100 vs 17/100).