Google Pixel 4 XL vs Xiaomi Black Shark 2
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 leads — 48/100 vs 42/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 4 XL has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 205g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 2, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 scores 6 points higher (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is a bit better (24/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Xiaomi Black Shark 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 163.6×75.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Xiaomi Black Shark 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is a bit better (24/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (37/100 vs 17/100).