Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $1099 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 74/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 1,672,795); the Xiaomi 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better display (86/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 203g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $845 vs $1099
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 18 points higher (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 18 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1120x2436 | |
| 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 | 200 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP 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 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Xiaomi 18 Pro was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (87/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 88/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.