Google Pixel 6 vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 59/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4614); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 990,213); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 9
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 21W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 207g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 10 points higher (69/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 32/100, Google Pixel 9 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 990213 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 6 by 36.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 6 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.