Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs HONOR Magic 7 Pro

Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL's 50MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 42MP, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Magic 7 Pro tops out at 512GB. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the lighter phone at 199g against 223g. Only pay up for the Magic 7 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Pixel 9 Pro XL makes more sense.

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the cheaper one to own: around £1136 over a typical contract, £260 less than the Magic 7 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.4
13 reviews
4.1
13 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.8"
Display
LTPO AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1280 x 2800
Pixels Per Inch
460 453
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
5,060 mAh 5,270 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm
Weight
199 grams 223 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£33.00/mo (£299.00 upfront) £113.17/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£379.00 £549.00

Prices updated 10 July 2026

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL HONOR Magic 7 Pro HONOR Magic 7 Pro
Expert Rating 4.4
13 reviews
4.1
13 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.8"
Display LTPO AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1280 x 2800
Pixels Per Inch 460 453
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 5,060 mAh 5,270 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm
Weight 199 grams 223 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £33.00/mo
£299.00 upfront
£113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £379.00 £549.00
Prices updated 10 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

24 Months

256GB

Obsidian

400GB

Data

£33 per month, £299 upfront.

HONOR Magic 7 Pro
HONOR Magic 7 Pro

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

£113.17 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper on contract at £1136.00 over the life of the deal from £33.00 per month with £299.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £379.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR Magic 7 Pro use?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, and is slimmer at 8.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and HONOR Magic 7 Pro run?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL runs Android 14 and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.