Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
The Verdict
Pixel 9 Pro XL edges ahead with superior camera versatility,its 48MP ultrawide and 48MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom outclass Galaxy S24+'s 12MP offerings. Display excellence favors Google with 3000 nits peak brightness versus Samsung's 2600 nits, plus superior refresh rate range (1-120Hz LTPO). Performance is comparable; Tensor G4 and Exynos 2400 trade blows in real-world use. Galaxy S24+ counters with lighter build (196g vs 221g), faster 45W charging, and $100 lower price. Battery capacity slightly favors Pixel at 5060mAh. Storage flexibility advantages Pixel with 128GB entry option. Samsung's One UI offers refined software polish. For photography enthusiasts prioritizing zoom range and display quality, Pixel 9 Pro XL justifies premium pricing. Budget-conscious buyers will find Galaxy S24+ delivers solid performance with notable weight and charging benefits.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL if…
- →Exceptional 3000-nit display brightness
- →Best-in-class computational photography
- →Seven years of OS and security updates
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24+ if…
- →Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- →Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- →12 GB RAM standard
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Pros
- Exceptional 3000-nit display brightness
- Best-in-class computational photography
- Seven years of OS and security updates
- 16 GB RAM enables on-device Gemini AI features
- Premium build with flat aluminum frame
Cons
- Slow 37W wired charging compared to rivals
- Tensor G4 lags Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in raw performance
- Expensive starting price
- Runs warm under sustained load
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S24+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 221 g | 196 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 42 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 8K@30fps (Video Boost), 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5060 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 37W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | 23W (Pixel Stand) | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2992 x 1344 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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