Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Realme GT 8
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,585,585).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Realme GT 8
- Better camera (88/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $350 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 49.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $749. Realme GT 8 is cheaper by $749.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (88/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 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 Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Realme GT 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.