Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 2
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 48/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 205g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 24/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 2 better?
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 2, the Google Pixel 9 scores 21 points higher (69/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Xiaomi Black Shark 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.6×75.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark 2
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi Black Shark 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 2 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (73/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (46/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 by 21 points (69/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 2?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.