Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 50/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,499,601); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro by 32 points (82/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 226g

  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 17/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1499601
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5100
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 77/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 32 points higher (82/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (87/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (93/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (51/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1499601 3593401
Geekbench Single 1880 3640
Geekbench Multi 5100 11033
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 37W 90W
Wireless charging 23W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 200 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
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 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 226 g
Price $999 $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Tensor G4
50/100
1499601 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
82/100 +58.3%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 58.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $0. Same price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (87/100 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (93/100 vs 77/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (51/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro by 32 points (82/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 77/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.