Google Pixel 7 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
The Google Pixel 7 Pro (2022) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $899 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 68/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 1,122,581).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7 Pro
Google Pixel 9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 7 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 1122581
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 3867
- Faster charging: 37W vs 23W
- Lighter: 199g vs 212g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7 Pro vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 4 points higher (72/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Google Pixel 7 Pro — 48/100, Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100; 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 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 7 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7 Pro | Google Pixel 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1122581 | 1606238 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 5100 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2856x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.6×8.9 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 23W
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Google Pixel 7 Pro by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 7 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Google Pixel 7 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 Pro or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 7 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7 Pro or the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 Pro over the Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.