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iQOO 13 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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iQOO 13
· 2024

iQOO 13

$750
91.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
91.2
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery100/100
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 iQOO 13:
  • ✓8g lighter chassis (213g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$349 lower launch MSRP ($750 vs $1099)
  • ✓Larger 6,150 mAh battery capacity (+1,090 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
  • ✓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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SpecificationiQOO 13Pixel 9 Pro XL
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.82"6.8"
Resolution & Density3168x1440 (510 ppi)2992x1344 (486 ppi)
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness4,500 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 15Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony LYT-81850 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (2x optical zoom), f/1.85, OIS48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/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 Lens32 MP, f/210.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.6 x 76.7 x 8.1 mm162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight213 g221 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,150 mAh5,060 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W 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 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.45.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-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$750$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

iQOO 13 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 91.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iQOO 13 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy iQOO 13:
Higher overall BeastScore: 91.2 vs top rival 87.2 · Larger battery capacity: 6,150 mAh (+1,090 mAh more)
When to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iQOO 13 vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

Which phone is better: iQOO 13 or Pixel 9 Pro XL?

iQOO 13 leads with an overall BeastScore of 91.2/100 compared to Pixel 9 Pro XL (87.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 91.2 vs top rival 87.2 and Larger battery capacity: 6,150 mAh (+1,090 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between iQOO 13 and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

iQOO 13 is equipped with a 6.82-inch display and 6150 mAh battery, while Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch display and 5060 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between iQOO 13 and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

In lab hardware evaluations, iQOO 13 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 91/100.

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