Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5060); the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,902,468 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 234g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1902468 vs 1672795
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max 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 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Kirin 9050 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 12000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.5×78.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 12.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max 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 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (86/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads on performance (80/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.