Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $999 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 235g
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 67.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $13. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $13 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.