Google Pixel 6 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 6 Pro (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $899 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5003); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 1,044,454); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 134).
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Lighter: 210g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1099
- Better display (89/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 1044454
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5003 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 23W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 Pro vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 Pro — 42/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 6 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1044454 | 1585585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5003 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | 160 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 11 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.9×8.9 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $1099 |
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 11MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 5003 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 23W
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
We compared Google Pixel 6 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 6 Pro by 34.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 6 Pro was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 6 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Google Pixel 6 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 Pro over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.