Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Huawei Mate X3
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate X3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 61/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate X3 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 1,530,652); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Huawei Mate X3
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 1530652
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 4688
- Lighter: 199g vs 239g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 72/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Huawei Mate X3 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Huawei Mate X3, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 11 points higher (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 leads (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Huawei Mate X3 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Huawei Mate X3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 1530652 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 7.8" Foldable OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 156.9×72.4×11.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Huawei Mate X3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate X3
- 7.8" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Huawei Mate X3
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Huawei Mate X3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Huawei Mate X3 by 4.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate X3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Huawei Mate X3 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 72/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (80/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X3 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Huawei Mate X3 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Huawei Mate X3 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate X3 is a better fit for active users.