Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $799 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 50/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,561,427).
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1295
- Better camera (75/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 21/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Lighter: 197g vs 198g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 9 points higher (59/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (55/100 vs 21/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| 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 | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $799 | $1295 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Google Pixel 9 by 47.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $496. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $496.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (75/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (55/100 vs 21/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.