Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 69/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 224g).
Google Pixel 9
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Lighter: 198g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $892
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 18 points higher (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $892 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $93. Google Pixel 9 was $93 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.