Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Both flagship phones deliver premium Android experiences at identical pricing, but with different strengths. Google Pixel 9 excels with superior display brightness (2700 nits vs 2600), larger 6.3-inch Actua OLED screen, 12GB RAM standard, and exceptional computational photography via Tensor G4. Samsung Galaxy S24 counters with a sleeker 167g design, dedicated 3x telephoto lens, 8K video recording, and more storage flexibility up to 512GB. Display performance favors Pixel's higher refresh rate capability and brightness, while S24's Dynamic AMOLED remains vibrant. Camera comparison reveals Pixel's software-driven prowess versus S24's optical versatility. Battery capacity gives Pixel meaningful advantage (4700 mAh), though both support 15W wireless charging. For pure imaging and display quality, Pixel 9 edges ahead; for compact form factor and telephoto flexibility, Galaxy S24 appeals more. Choose Pixel 9 if computational photography matters most; select S24 for design-conscious users preferring optical zoom.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S24 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 198 g | 167 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W (Qi) | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.2 inches |
| Type | Actua OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2424 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2700 | 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 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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 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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