Google Pixel 8 vs Poco F9 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F9 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Ultra leads — 90/100 vs 68/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Ultra has the bigger battery (8050 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,165,108 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Poco F9 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 238g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Poco F9 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4165108 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8050 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 (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Poco F9 Ultra, the Poco F9 Ultra scores 22 points higher (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Poco F9 Ultra (57/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Poco F9 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 4165108 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 8050 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.5×78.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 238 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco F9 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F9 Ultra
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Poco F9 Ultra
- 8050 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Poco F9 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 65.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Poco F9 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Poco F9 Ultra (57/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Poco F9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco F9 Ultra — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Poco F9 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Poco F9 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F9 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.