Google Pixel 4 XL vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G leads — 50/100 vs 42/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 48 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 206g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A90 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (34/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G scores 8 points higher (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G leads (39/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G leads (34/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (39/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (34/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Samsung Galaxy A90 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 164.8×76.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (39/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (34/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G edges out the Google Pixel 4 XL by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (39/100 vs 17/100).