Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs OnePlus 16
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 74/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (4,627,389 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
OnePlus 16
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Overall rating 74/100
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4627389 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the OnePlus 16, the OnePlus 16 scores 21 points higher (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (95/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | OnePlus 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4627389 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and OnePlus 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 16 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus 16
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performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (95/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the OnePlus 16?
The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 21 points (95/100 vs 74/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the OnePlus 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the OnePlus 16 — 95/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the OnePlus 16?
The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the OnePlus 16?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.