Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $699 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 68/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 4575); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 8
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Lighter: 187g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $771
- Better camera (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 15 points higher (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (78/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $699 | $771 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Google Pixel 8 by 51.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $72. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $72.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.