Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 77/100 vs 42/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VIII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 200g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VIII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (69/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 35 points higher (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (69/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (53/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (69/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (53/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 78.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (69/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (53/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 35 points (77/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (69/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.