Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 5/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 45 points (50/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 45 points higher (50/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Google Tensor G4
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh
Charging 37W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP
RAM 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm
Weight 199 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 45 points (50/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.