Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A91
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy A91 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 51/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A91 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy A91
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A91 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Overall rating 51/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A91, the Google Pixel 8 scores 17 points higher (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A91 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (79/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy A91 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10, One UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | — | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A91
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A91
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy A91
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy A91, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A91 by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A91
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (70/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A91 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A91 (79/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A91 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy A91 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A91?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.