Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 69/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 143); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 9
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $999
- Better portability (55/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 16 points higher (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $799 | $999 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 48.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.