Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A16
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $799 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 25/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 503,850); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 77).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 503850
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1890
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 200g
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Cheaper: $182 vs $799
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A16, the Google Pixel 9 scores 25 points higher (50/100 vs 25/100). 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 A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 503850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" 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 | 77 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $799 | $182 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 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 A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 209.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $617. Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper by $617.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (75/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 25 points (50/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
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 A16?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.