Google Pixel 9 vs OnePlus Nord
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus Nord (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G; launch prices were $799 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 44/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4115); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 597,974).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
OnePlus Nord
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4115 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord better?
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 184g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $799
- Better portability (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the OnePlus Nord, the Google Pixel 9 scores 25 points higher (69/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 27/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, OnePlus Nord — 16/100; 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 Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | OnePlus Nord | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4115 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.3×73.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $399 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
OnePlus Nord
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
OnePlus Nord
- 4115 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and OnePlus Nord, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads OnePlus Nord by 161.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus Nord was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (73/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (75/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (46/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord by 25 points (69/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the OnePlus Nord — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.