Google Pixel 9 vs OnePlus 16

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 69/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (4,627,389 vs 1,561,427).

The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 26 points (95/100 vs 69/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9

Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 52

OnePlus 16

Performance 100
Display 94
Camera 90
Battery 95
Portability —
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 9 better?


  • Overall rating 69/100

What makes OnePlus 16 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 4627389 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4900
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (95/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the OnePlus 16, the OnePlus 16 scores 26 points higher (95/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 46/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
OnePlus 16: The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 OnePlus 16
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu 1561427 4627389
Geekbench Single 1850 4327
Geekbench Multi 4900 12873
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1272x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 143 —
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 17, OxygenOS 17
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm —
Weight 198 g —
Launch price $799 —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera

OnePlus 16

  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9

  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

OnePlus 16

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1272x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9

  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery

OnePlus 16

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
95
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and OnePlus 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
OnePlus 16 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
95/100 +66.3%
4627389 AnTuTu

OnePlus 16 leads Google Pixel 9 by 66.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9

$799

OnePlus 16

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus 16?

The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 26 points (95/100 vs 69/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the OnePlus 16?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the OnePlus 16 — 95/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus 16?

The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 75/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus 16?

The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the OnePlus 16?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.