Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 60/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,606,238 vs 1,232,200).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1606238 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 11W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 199g
- Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 12 points higher (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 30/100; 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 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 105 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 30.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 9 Pro was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (80/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 III — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.