Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8000 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 17 Max was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (97/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (90/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.