Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $999 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 50/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,499,601).

The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 41
Design 53
Value for money 21
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
  • Cheaper: $999 vs $1295

  • Better camera (77/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (41/100 vs 21/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1499601
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 5100
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Lighter: 197g vs 199g

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 25/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 9 points higher (59/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (41/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (41/100 vs 21/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VII: The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Sony Xperia 1 VII
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1499601 2994112
Geekbench Single 1880 3094
Geekbench Multi 5100 9293
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2856x1280 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W 30W
Wireless charging 23W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 12 MP
Front camera 42 MP 12 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 197 g
Price $999 $1295
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Tensor G4
50/100
1499601 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VII Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
59/100 +49.9%
2994112 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 49.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Sony Xperia 1 VII
$1295

Price difference: $296. Google Pixel 9 Pro is cheaper by $296.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (68/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (77/100 vs 48/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (41/100 vs 21/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 48/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.