Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $1010 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 1,585,585); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Better camera (88/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 82/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 5200
- Lighter: 168g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $1010
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $1010 | $229 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 4.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $781. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $781.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (88/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (57/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (83/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.