Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; estimated prices are $1099 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5060); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,952 vs 1,585,585); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Better camera (88/100 vs 62/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068952 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Lighter: 191g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $485 vs $1099
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (68/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 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 Vivo S50 Pro mini (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (61/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3068952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9602 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $485 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $614. Vivo S50 Pro mini is cheaper by $614.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 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 Vivo S50 Pro mini (88/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (73/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (61/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (68/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.