Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A06
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A06 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $799 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 20/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A06 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 346,495); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A06 doesn't.
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1364
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 189g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $149 vs $799
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A06, the Google Pixel 9 scores 30 points higher (50/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 167.3×77.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $799 | $149 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A06, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A06 by 350.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $650. Samsung Galaxy A06 is cheaper by $650.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (75/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 by 30 points (50/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A06 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A06?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A06 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.