Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 58/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 47 MP; the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,672,795); the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Performance 74
Display 86
Camera 88
Battery 57
Portability 41
Value for money 58

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

Performance 76
Display 85
Camera 29
Battery 44
Portability 43
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?

  • Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 37W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 47MP

  • Better camera (88/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (86/100 vs 85/100)

What makes Sharp Aquos R8s Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1672795
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1900
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 5200
  • Lighter: 203g vs 221g

  • Higher performance (76/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 16 points higher (74/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (88/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro: The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1672795 1757044
Geekbench Single 1900 2004
Geekbench Multi 5200 5311
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED
Resolution 2992x1344 1260x2730
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W 27W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160 —
Main camera 50 MP 47 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 12 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 161.0×77.0×9.3 mm
Weight 221 g 203 g
Launch price $1099 —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

  • Main: 47MP
  • Front: 12MP
29
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

  • 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2730
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
57
battery

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sharp Aquos R8s Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
74/100
1672795 AnTuTu
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
58/100 +4.8%
1757044 AnTuTu

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 4.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

$1099

Sharp Aquos R8s Pro

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (88/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is a better fit for active users.