Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 74/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5060); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 224g
- Better camera (88/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $1099
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 13 points higher (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $207. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $207 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.