Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Redmi Note 8
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; estimated prices are $1099 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 17/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 329,457); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Redmi Note 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Redmi Note 8, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 36 points higher (53/100 vs 17/100). 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 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Redmi Note 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $180 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Redmi Note 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Redmi Note 8 by 381.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $919. Redmi Note 8 is cheaper by $919.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (88/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (46/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 36 points (53/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Redmi Note 8?
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 Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.