Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Honor Magic9 Super
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic9 Super (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic9 Super leads — 87/100 vs 74/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic9 Super has the bigger battery (11000 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Honor Magic9 Super is faster in AnTuTu (4,290,399 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Honor Magic9 Super
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 227g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Honor Magic9 Super better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4290399 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 11000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Honor Magic9 Super, the Honor Magic9 Super scores 13 points higher (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 Super leads (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 Super leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 Super notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic9 Super are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 Super significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor Magic9 Super | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4290399 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1280x2788 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 11000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 10000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 161.8×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor Magic9 Super
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic9 Super
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2788
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor Magic9 Super
- 11000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Honor Magic9 Super, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic9 Super leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 61.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor Magic9 Super
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 Super notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic9 Super are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 Super significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (91/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic9 Super?
The Honor Magic9 Super is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic9 Super?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Honor Magic9 Super — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic9 Super?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic9 Super?
The Honor Magic9 Super leads on performance (99/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Honor Magic9 Super?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor Magic9 Super is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.