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; estimated prices are $799 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 64/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,561,427).
Google Pixel 9
Poco X8 Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1553
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 scores 5 points higher (69/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 50/100). 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6000 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 | 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 | |
| Price | $799 | $350 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
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
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 21.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $449.
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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 5 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 — 64/100.
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.