Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 74/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,672,795); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 17
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 191g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1099
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 13 points higher (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (63/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 48.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Xiaomi 17 was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (95/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (87/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (63/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.