Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $999 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 50/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VIII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,499,601).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Lighter: 199g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1499
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1499601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 20 points higher (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (41/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (90/100 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 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (41/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| 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 | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $999 | $1499 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 61.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $500. Google Pixel 9 Pro is cheaper by $500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (90/100 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 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (41/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro by 20 points (70/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.