Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy A06
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A06 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $1099 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 20/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 346,495); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A06 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A06 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $149 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy A06, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 33 points higher (53/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (63/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy A06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 167.3×77.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $149 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A06, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Samsung Galaxy A06 by 357.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $950. Samsung Galaxy A06 is cheaper by $950.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (88/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (63/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 by 33 points (53/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy A06 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy A06 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.