Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; estimated prices are $799 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 19/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 234,339).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 836
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $215 vs $799
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Google Pixel 9 scores 31 points higher (50/100 vs 19/100). 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 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $799 | $215 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 566.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $584. Samsung Galaxy A21s is cheaper by $584.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (75/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 31 points (50/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 25/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.