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 — 50/100 vs 34/100 (a 16-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 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 11i — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
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 (51/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Google Pixel 8 scores 16 points higher (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (79/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Xiaomi 11i
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
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
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (79/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (51/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (66/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

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 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 11i?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 41/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 11i?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.