Testing the Power of Tensor
The performance of Google’s Pixel phones has often been criticized for lagging behind top competitors in raw power, and it seems that the Pixel 9 series continues this trend. There are concerns that the new phones could struggle under stress.
User @callmeshazzam (via NotebookCheck) conducted a CPU throttling test on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL. The results were alarming, showing that after about four minutes, the phone’s performance dropped by nearly 60%. Although the performance recovered slightly, it only reached around 65% of its peak for the rest of the test. While this particular test focused on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, it’s worth noting that the same chipset is used across the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, indicating that these models might also face challenges when under heavy load.
Pixel 9 Pro XL .. Better Luck Next Year pic.twitter.com/cgFzM86oie
— Shazzam (@callmeshazzam) August 17, 2024
Different Use Cases and a Different Focus
In everyday use, you probably won’t push the Pixel 9 Pro XL and its siblings as hard as this test did, so the actual performance might be better. However, it’s concerning that a chipset, which already doesn’t match the best in terms of power, can show such significant drops.
These phones are primarily designed with AI in mind. Instead of a top-tier chipset, they boast substantial RAM, with 16GB in the top models, to support AI functionalities. So, while they might excel as AI-centric devices, those looking to play high-end games might prefer a more powerful Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or an iPhone 15 Pro.
Before making any decisions, we recommend waiting for our comprehensive reviews of the Google Pixel 9 series, as benchmarks alone don’t tell the full story.
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