Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy A91
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy A91 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 51/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 11a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A91 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy A91
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A91 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better camera (41/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy A91, the Google Pixel 11a scores 14 points higher (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A91 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A91 is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy A91 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 10, One UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Weight | — | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy A91
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A91
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy A91
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy A91, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy A91 by 134.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (83/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A91 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A91 is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (54/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 11a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A91 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy A91 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Samsung Galaxy A91 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users.