Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030; launch prices were $1099 and $1050. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5060); the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,101,808 vs 1,585,585); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably lighter (221g vs 239g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1680
- Lighter: 221g vs 239g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2101808 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $1050 vs $1099
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 57/100)
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 60/100, Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 2101808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.4×79.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1050 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 24.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $49. Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max was $49 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (88/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.