Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Honor Magic6 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic6 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic6 Pro leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic6 Pro has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5060); the Honor Magic6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,589 vs 1,672,795); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Honor Magic6 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 225g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 86/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Honor Magic6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345589 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 23W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Honor Magic6 Pro, the Honor Magic6 Pro scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro leads (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic6 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic6 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor Magic6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 2345589 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 158 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 180 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 162.5×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor Magic6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 180MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic6 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor Magic6 Pro
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Honor Magic6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic6 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 28.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor Magic6 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic6 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic6 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Honor Magic6 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Honor Magic6 Pro — 80/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Honor Magic6 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor Magic6 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.