Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1099 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 52/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 1,119,714); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 11W
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1299
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 42/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 221g
- Better display (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 22 points higher (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 60/100, Sony Xperia 1 III — 12/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (88/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (65/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1299 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (88/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (57/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (65/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III by 22 points (74/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (74/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.