Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
The Verdict
Pixel 9 delivers superior value and modern performance at $799, featuring Google's Tensor G4 chip, exceptional AI computational photography, and a vibrant 2700-nit Actua OLED display with 120Hz refresh. Samsung's Galaxy Note 10+ ($1099) launched in 2019 and shows its age with Android 9, older Snapdragon 855 processor, and a dimmer 1200-nit AMOLED screen locked at 60Hz. While Note 10+ offers larger 6.8-inch display and stylus functionality, its 4300mAh battery underperforms Pixel's 4700mAh capacity. Camera megapixel counts favor Samsung, but Pixel 9's computational photography and night mode produce superior real-world results. Battery charging is notably faster on Note 10+ at 45W versus Pixel's 27W. However, connectivity strongly favors Pixel with 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and newer Bluetooth 5.3. For most users seeking current performance, cutting-edge software, and better value, Pixel 9 is the clear winner.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 9 if…
- →Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- →Seven years of OS updates
- →Premium flat-edge design
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ if…
- →S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- →Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- →45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 9
Pros
- Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- Seven years of OS updates
- Premium flat-edge design
- 12 GB RAM is generous for the price
- Bright 2700-nit display
Cons
- No telephoto lens
- Slower charging than competitors
- Tensor G4 not a benchmark leader
- Only two storage options
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
Pros
- S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- 45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking effortlessly
- Versatile quad-camera system with ToF depth sensor
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors were moving to high refresh rates
- No headphone jack — a first for the Note series
- Exynos variant has weaker GPU performance than Snapdragon
- Glass back is slippery and fragile without a case
- Samsung software updates have ended
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 9 (One UI 1.5) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 198 g | 196 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm | 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps, Super Steady |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Depth | — | VGA ToF 3D sensor |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.1, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W (Qi) | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | Actua OLED | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2424 x 1080 | 3040 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 60-120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2700 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 640 / Mali-G76 MP12 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 / Exynos 9825 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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