Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Google Pixel 4 XL (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 42/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro-I has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia Pro-I is faster in AnTuTu (1,119,714 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 4 XL is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Performance 54
Display 77
Camera 17
Battery 18
Portability 61
Value for money
Sony Xperia Pro-I
Performance 63
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 4
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 211g

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1119714 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1488 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3373 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 12MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (63/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (20/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Sony Xperia Pro-I scores 8 points higher (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I leads (35/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (20/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (35/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (61/100 vs 43/100).

Google Pixel 4 XL: The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 XL Sony Xperia Pro-I
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 824513 1119714
Geekbench Single 968 1488
Geekbench Multi 2731 3373
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1440x3040 1644x3840
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 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 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 193 g 211 g
Launch price $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3040
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
77
display
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
18
battery
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 4 XL Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
42/100
824513 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100 +26.4%
1119714 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia Pro-I leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 26.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknown
Sony Xperia Pro-I
$1799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (35/100 vs 18/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (61/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

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

The Sony Xperia Pro-I leads on performance (63/100 vs 54/100).

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

The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.