Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Honor Magic V6
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic V6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $1599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V6 leads — 82/100 vs 74/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V6 has the bigger battery (6660 mAh vs 5060); the Honor Magic V6 is faster in AnTuTu (4,166,339 vs 1,672,795); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably lighter (221g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Honor Magic V6
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1599
- Better camera (88/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Honor Magic V6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4166339 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6660 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 23W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Honor Magic V6, the Honor Magic V6 scores 8 points higher (82/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (78/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Honor Magic V6 — 72/100; 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 Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic V6 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Honor Magic V6 (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor Magic V6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4166339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2848x2076 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6660 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 156.7×145.6×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor Magic V6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic V6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2848x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor Magic V6
- 6660 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Honor Magic V6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic V6 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 59.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic V6 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Honor Magic V6 (88/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (78/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Honor Magic V6 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor Magic V6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.