Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1099 and $1000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 44/100 (a 9-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 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 1,320,406); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 1 IV is noticeably lighter (185g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $1000 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 9 points higher (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1000 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 20.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $99. Sony Xperia 1 IV is cheaper by $99.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (26/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (88/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Sony Xperia 1 IV by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
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 Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for everyday use.