Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 64/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 1 VI
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (75/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, 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 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 1 VI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2096581 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 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 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Google Pixel 9 by 25.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 VI
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (75/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VI by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.