Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 50/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VIII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,561,427).
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1499
- Better camera (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 20 points higher (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (55/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11033 | |
| 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 | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $799 | $1499 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Google Pixel 9 by 59.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $700. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $700.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 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 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (55/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 20 points (70/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.