Google Pixel 6 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $599 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 59/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4614); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 1,027,182); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 126).
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Lighter: 207g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1099
- Better portability (45/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 1027182
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 21W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 15 points higher (74/100 vs 59/100). 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 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 30/100, 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 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027182 | 1585585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | 160 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1099 |
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 6 by 35.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $500. Google Pixel 6 was $500 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 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (88/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 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 over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.