Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro; launch prices were $1099 and $2799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 70/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5060); the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,672,795); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably lighter (221g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1636
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 221g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $2799
- Better camera (88/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 4 points higher (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 1825771 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 5775 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 8.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (86/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (88/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate by just 4 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 XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.