Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better display (86/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 219g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 54.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17 Max was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (86/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.