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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.

Google Pixel 9
Google
Google Pixel 9
$799
8.6/10
Winner
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Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24
$800
8.4/10

Full Specifications

SpecGoogle Pixel 9Samsung Galaxy S24
SoftwareAndroid 14Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight198 g167 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
IP ratingIP68IP68
Dimensions152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera10.5 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@60fps8K@30fps, 4K@60fps
Ultrawide48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree12 MP, f/2.2
Telephoto10 MP 3x optical
Memory
RAM12 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Battery
Capacity4700 mAh4000 mAh
Charging27W wired25W wired
Wireless charging15W (Qi)15W
Display
Size6.3 inches6.2 inches
TypeActua OLEDDynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO
Resolution2424 x 10802340 x 1080
Refresh rate60-120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)27002600
Processor
CPUOcta-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)
GPUMali-G715 MC7Xclipse 940
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G4Exynos 2400
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3

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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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