Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 65/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,656,761).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (67/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 1 points higher (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (54/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 16.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (67/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (54/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.