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; estimated prices are $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-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 1,499,601); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 26/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1499601
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 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: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (51/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $999 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 59.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Xiaomi 17 Max is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (83/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (51/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
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 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
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 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.