Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5060); the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,678,468 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 230g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4678468 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $1099
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro — 74/100; 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 11S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro 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 11S Pro (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 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 | Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4678468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $649 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 64.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (99/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro 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 11S Pro (88/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 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 Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 6 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 11S Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro leads on performance (99/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 11S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.