Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi 11i
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 54/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 750,481); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Xiaomi 11i
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2318
- Lighter: 187g vs 207g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Google Pixel 8 scores 14 points higher (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Xiaomi 11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Xiaomi 11i by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 11i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (70/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (79/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 11i — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.