Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1561427 3654776
Geekbench Single 1850 3640
Geekbench Multi 4900 11033
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm
Weight 198 g 219 g
Price $799 $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
50/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +57.3%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel 9 by 57.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $0. Same price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (88/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 75/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (52/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 75/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.