Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $1099 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 27/100 (a 26-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 602,971); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $147 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 26 points higher (53/100 vs 27/100). 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 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (88/100 vs 28/100). 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 A17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 602971 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 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 | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $147 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 163.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $952. Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper by $952.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (88/100 vs 28/100).
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 A17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (62/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 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 A17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 26 points (53/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
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 A17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.