Google Pixel 9 vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro; launch prices were $799 and $2799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 69/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4700); the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1636
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $2799
- Better camera (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 1 points higher (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100; 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 Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1825771 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 5775 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 9 by 14.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2000. Google Pixel 9 was $2000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (74/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.