Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1099 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-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 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 74
Display 86
Camera 88
Battery 57
Portability 41
Value for money 60
Sony Xperia Pro-I
Performance 63
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 4
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
  • 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
  • Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1799

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?
  • Lighter: 211g vs 221g

  • Better display (90/100 vs 86/100)
  • Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). 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 35/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 60/100, Sony Xperia Pro-I — 4/100; 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 Pro-I 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 Pro-I (88/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (57/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I 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.
Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Sony Xperia Pro-I
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 0W
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 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 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 221 g 211 g
Launch price $1099 $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
57
battery
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
74/100
1585585 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100 -41.6%
1119714 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Sony Xperia Pro-I by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
Sony Xperia Pro-I
$1799

Launch price difference: $700. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was $700 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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 Pro-I 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 Pro-I (88/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (57/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I 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 Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

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 Pro-I?

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 Pro-I?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.