Google Pixel 7 vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy S24 delivers superior performance and display technology at a $200 premium. Its 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with 2600 nits brightness dramatically outshines Pixel 7's 90Hz OLED panel, while the Exynos 2400 processor provides noticeably faster performance than Google Tensor G2. Camera capabilities differ strategically: Galaxy S24 adds a 3x telephoto lens and shoots 8K video, whereas Pixel 7 compensates with computational photography excellence and superior low-light performance via its custom Tensor chip. Battery remains a concern for both—S24's 4000 mAh is smaller than Pixel 7's 4355 mAh, though S24 charges faster at 25W. Build quality favors S24 with lighter weight (167g vs 197g) and Gorilla Glass Victus 2. For users prioritizing display quality, processing speed, and optical zoom, Galaxy S24 justifies its premium. Pixel 7 remains the smarter choice for photography enthusiasts and budget-conscious buyers seeking genuine value.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Samsung Galaxy S24 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 197 g | 167 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4355 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 20W (Pixel Stand 2nd gen) | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.2 inches |
| Type | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G2 | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 7
Pros
- Clean Android experience with guaranteed updates
- Excellent main camera with Tensor G2 processing
- Compact flagship form factor
- IP68 water resistance
- Competitively priced for a flagship
Cons
- No telephoto lens
- 90Hz is not adaptive (always-on)
- Only 8 GB RAM
- Slow 20W wired charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
Pros
- Compact form factor with flagship features
- Galaxy AI suite including live translate
- Bright 2600-nit AMOLED display
- Seven years of software updates
- IP68 dust and water resistance
Cons
- Only 8 GB RAM
- Slow 25W charging
- Wi-Fi 6E instead of Wi-Fi 7
- Smaller battery than rivals
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