Google Pixel 9 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $799 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 50/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4700); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Google Pixel 9
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 27/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Cheaper: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (65/100 vs 25/100). 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 X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $799 | $469 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 by 40.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $330.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (65/100 vs 25/100).
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 X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (52/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.