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; launch prices were $1099 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-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 (3,265,219 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3265219 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (76/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 68/100; 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 Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Nubia Red Magic 11 Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3265219 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9287 | |
| 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 | 120W | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 48.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Nubia Red Magic 11 Air was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (93/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (88/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air 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 Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 73/100.
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 35/100).
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 (92/100 vs 74/100).
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 active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.