Google Pixel 9 vs Sony Xperia 1
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sony Xperia 1 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 8/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3330); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 891,237); the Sony Xperia 1 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Sony Xperia 1
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 891237
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 198g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sony Xperia 1, the Google Pixel 9 scores 42 points higher (50/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (25/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (75/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sony Xperia 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 891237 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3330 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 167.0×72.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 178 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sony Xperia 1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Sony Xperia 1 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 1
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (25/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (75/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (33/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 by 42 points (50/100 vs 8/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Sony Xperia 1 — 8/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 4/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sony Xperia 1?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.