Google Pixel 9 vs Xiaomi Mi 9

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; estimated prices are $799 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 47/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 198g).

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 22 points (69/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 50
Xiaomi Mi 9
Performance 54
Display 56
Camera 44
Battery 22
Portability 79
Value for money 32
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 3300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (50/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
  • Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 198g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $799

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 22 points higher (69/100 vs 47/100). 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 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (46/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (50/100 vs 32/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi Mi 9: The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Xiaomi Mi 9
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 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 3300 mAh
Charging 27W 27W
Wireless charging 15W 20W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 16 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 9
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 $400
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 20MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
Xiaomi Mi 9
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 20W
22
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Mi 9 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
47/100 -89.4%
824513 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Xiaomi Mi 9
$400

Price difference: $399. Xiaomi Mi 9 is cheaper by $399.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (73/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (82/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (75/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (46/100 vs 22/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (79/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (50/100 vs 32/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 22 points (69/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.

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

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 44/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Xiaomi Mi 9?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Mi 9 is a better fit for everyday use.