Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 65/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,320,406); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 118).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 185g vs 198g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Google Pixel 9 scores 4 points higher (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 18.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (75/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 IV by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.