Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; estimated prices are $999 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 19/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,499,601 vs 234,339).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Higher AnTuTu: 1499601 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 836
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Cheaper: $215 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 31 points higher (50/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (95/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $999 | $215 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 539.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $784. Samsung Galaxy A21s is cheaper by $784.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (95/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 31 points (50/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 25/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.