Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 61/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,820,628).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (40/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Google Pixel 11a scores 4 points higher (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (54/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1820628 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| 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 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 167 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 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 S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 6.2% 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 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (54/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 61/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users.