Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5060); the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,902,468 vs 1,672,795); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably lighter (221g vs 248g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1636
- Lighter: 221g vs 248g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1902468 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (75/100 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 RS Ultimate, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate scores 1 points higher (75/100 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 RS Ultimate leads (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate 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 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 5775 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| 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 | 164.5×78.7×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 248 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 RS Ultimate
- 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 RS Ultimate
- 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 RS Ultimate
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 12.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate 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 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 1 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 RS Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.