Google Pixel 9 vs Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 69/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4700); the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,902,468 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 234g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1902468 vs 1561427
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (55/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Kirin 9050 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 12000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.5×78.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (55/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max — 77/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads on performance (80/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.