Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Poco M3 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700; estimated prices are $999 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 25/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M3 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,499,601 vs 515,647).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1499601 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 1794
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 199g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Poco M3 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 25 points higher (50/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Poco M3 Pro 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (96/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Poco M3 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 1794 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $999 | $200 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Poco M3 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 190.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $799. Poco M3 Pro 5G is cheaper by $799.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Poco M3 Pro 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (96/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco M3 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 25 points (50/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Poco M3 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Poco M3 Pro 5G — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco M3 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Poco M3 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Poco M3 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.