Google Pixel 9 vs Poco F8 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $529. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 69/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 199g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Poco F8 Pro, the Poco F8 Pro scores 10 points higher (79/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Poco F8 Pro — 78/100; 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 Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 48.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Poco F8 Pro was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.