Google Pixel 9 vs Poco M6 Plus

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 32/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Plus has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Poco M6 Plus
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Poco M6 Plus, the Google Pixel 9 scores 18 points higher (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco M6 Plus: The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Poco M6 Plus
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE
AnTuTu 1561427
Geekbench Single 1850
Geekbench Multi 4900
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 27W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 550 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 198 g 205 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Poco M6 Plus
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Poco M6 Plus
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Poco M6 Plus
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (75/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco M6 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Poco M6 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Poco M6 Plus — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco M6 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco M6 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Poco M6 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.