Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (85/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 56.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Poco F8 Ultra was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (85/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.