Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Poco M5
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $1099 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 25/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 408,000); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Poco M5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 201g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $170 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Poco M5, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 28 points higher (53/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Poco M5 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (48/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Poco M5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 201 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $170 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Poco M5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Poco M5 by 288.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $929. Poco M5 is cheaper by $929.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Poco M5 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (88/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco M5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (48/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Poco M5?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 28 points (53/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Poco M5?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Poco M5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Poco M5?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Poco M5?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Poco M5?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco M5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.