Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads — 63/100 vs 53/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is faster in AnTuTu (3,448,524 vs 1,585,585).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Better camera (88/100 vs 31/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3448524 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1099
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air scores 10 points higher (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (74/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (65/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (65/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Nubia Red Magic 11 Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3448524 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $499 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $600. Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is cheaper by $600.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (74/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (88/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (65/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (31/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads on performance (74/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.