Google Pixel 9 vs Poco X8 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $799 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 63/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1555
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 scores 6 points higher (69/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 21.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.