Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads — 76/100 vs 74/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5060); the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 224g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 scores 2 points higher (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100; 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (88/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 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 | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3377066 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 50.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (88/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads on performance (92/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.