Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Poco F9 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco F9 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Ultra leads — 90/100 vs 74/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Ultra has the bigger battery (8050 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,165,108 vs 1,672,795); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably lighter (221g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Poco F9 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 238g
- Better portability (41/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Poco F9 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4165108 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 8050 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Poco F9 Ultra, the Poco F9 Ultra scores 16 points higher (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (91/100 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 | Poco F9 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4165108 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 8050 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 | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.5×78.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 238 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Poco F9 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- 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
Poco F9 Ultra
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Poco F9 Ultra
- 8050 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Poco F9 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 59.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Poco F9 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (91/100 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 Poco F9 Ultra?
The Poco F9 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Poco F9 Ultra — 90/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Poco F9 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Poco F9 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco F9 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.