Google Pixel 8 vs Poco F9 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F9 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 68/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Pro has the bigger battery (6330 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,426 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Poco F9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 206g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Poco F9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3228426 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6330 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Poco F9 Pro, the Poco F9 Pro scores 16 points higher (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Poco F9 Pro — 82/100; 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 Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Poco F9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3228426 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1156x2510 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco F9 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F9 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Poco F9 Pro
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Poco F9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Pro leads Google Pixel 8 by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco F9 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.