Pixel 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Pixel 9 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.6/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 9 Pro
Xiaomi 17T 5G
Pixel 9 Pro wins 6 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsPixel 9 Pro8780
- Camerafrom specsPixel 9 Pro9332
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfiePixel 9 Pro8860
- BatteryPixel 9 Pro7866
- Displayfrom specsPixel 9 Pro9285
- ConnectivityPixel 9 Pro9075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger screen6.59" vs 6.3"
- Pixel 9 Pro is lighter199 g vs 200 g
- Pixel 9 Pro has a sharper selfie camera42 MP vs 16 MP
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
- Pixel 9 Pro has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
- Pixel 9 Pro has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G4 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 9 Pro wins — BeastScore 85.6/100
The Pixel 9 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (199 g vs 200 g) and sharper selfie camera (42 MP vs 16 MP). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,700 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 9 Pro or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The Pixel 9 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (199 g vs 200 g) and sharper selfie camera (42 MP vs 16 MP). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,700 mAh). BeastScore: Pixel 9 Pro 85.6/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 9 Pro and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
Pixel 9 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4700 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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