Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1099 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 53/100 (a 17-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 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,585,585); the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably lighter (200g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $1099 vs $1499
- Better camera (88/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (34/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5200
- Lighter: 200g vs 221g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 23/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 17 points higher (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (34/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (50/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (34/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1499 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 58.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 26/100).
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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (88/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (50/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (34/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.