Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 8/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 3330); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 891,237); the Sony Xperia 1 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Sony Xperia 1
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 891237
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 221g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 45 points higher (53/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (26/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (88/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Sony Xperia 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 891237 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 3330 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 167.0×72.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 178 g | |
| Price | $1099 | — |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Sony Xperia 1
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Sony Xperia 1
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Sony Xperia 1 by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 1
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (26/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (88/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (46/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 by 45 points (53/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Sony Xperia 1 — 8/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 4/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.