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 (3,950,082 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $892
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 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)
Comparison verdict
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 — 52/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11047 | |
| 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 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
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 60.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $93. Google Pixel 9 was $93 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
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).
Frequently asked questions
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.