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ASUS ROG Phone 6 vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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ASUS ROG Phone 6
· 2022

ASUS ROG Phone 6

$999
90.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
90.0
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera88/100
Battery98/100
Pixel 9 Pro XL
· 2024

Pixel 9 Pro XL

$1099
87.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.2
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy ASUS ROG Phone 6:
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($999 vs $1099)
  • ✓Larger 6,000 mAh battery capacity (+940 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
  • ✓18g lighter chassis (221g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationASUS ROG Phone 6Pixel 9 Pro XL
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.78"6.8"
Resolution & Density2448x1080 (395 ppi)2992x1344 (486 ppi)
Refresh Rate165 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,200 nits peak3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX76650 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/1.7
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.4510.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions173 x 77 x 10.4 mm162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight239 g221 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIPX4IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh5,060 mAh
Wired Fast Charging65W wired fast charging37W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported23W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$999$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

ASUS ROG Phone 6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, ASUS ROG Phone 6 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy ASUS ROG Phone 6:
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 87.2 · Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+940 mAh more)
When to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system) · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 1,200 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: ASUS ROG Phone 6 vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

Which phone is better: ASUS ROG Phone 6 or Pixel 9 Pro XL?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to Pixel 9 Pro XL (87.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 87.2 and Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+940 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between ASUS ROG Phone 6 and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

ASUS ROG Phone 6 is equipped with a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery, while Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch display and 5060 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between ASUS ROG Phone 6 and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

In lab hardware evaluations, ASUS ROG Phone 6 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 91/100.

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