Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 12/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3300); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is noticeably lighter (173g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3300 mAh
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 1/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 173g vs 198g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, the Google Pixel 9 scores 38 points higher (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 1/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (25/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (75/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (33/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (25/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (75/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (33/100 vs 1/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 38 points (50/100 vs 12/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer — 12/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is a better fit for everyday use.