Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $999 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 1,367,231).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8 Pro better?
- Better display (87/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 1367231
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 4500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 203g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 54/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1367231 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4500 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 153 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Xiaomi 18 Pro was $154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (87/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 83/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.