Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia 1
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Sony Xperia 1 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 4 XL leads — 14/100 vs 8/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 4 XL has the bigger battery (3700 mAh vs 3330); the Sony Xperia 1 is faster in AnTuTu (891,237 vs 824,513); the Sony Xperia 1 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 4 XL
Sony Xperia 1
- Bigger battery: 3700 vs 3330 mAh
- Better camera (6/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 891237 vs 824513
- Lighter: 178g vs 193g
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 1/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia 1, the Google Pixel 4 XL scores 6 points higher (14/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (2/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1 are nearly equal (6/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Sony Xperia 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 891237 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 3330 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 167.0×72.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 178 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Sony Xperia 1
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Sony Xperia 1
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Sony Xperia 1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (2/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1 are nearly equal (6/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (77/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 4 XL edges out the Sony Xperia 1 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Sony Xperia 1 — 8/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.