Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $999 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 68/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 1,355,225).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 1355225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 4106
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (4a) Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 37W
- Lighter: 195g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $999
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 4 points higher (72/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Nothing Phone (4a) Pro — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nothing Phone (4a) Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 1355225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2412x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Nothing Phone (4a) Pro by 18.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Nothing Phone (4a) Pro was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro edges out the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro — 68/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a better fit for active users.