Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 53/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5060); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,585,585); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 159).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Better camera (88/100 vs 87/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 219g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 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 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (26/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $999 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 60.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 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 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (82/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (26/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 31 points (84/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.