Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 43/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 513,809); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 83).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1884
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 200g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, the Google Pixel 9 scores 26 points higher (69/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 83 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 203.9% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (73/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (75/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 26 points (69/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.