Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A25
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A25 (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280; estimated prices are $799 and $204. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 32/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A25 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 613,957).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A25
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 613957
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 957
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2095
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $204 vs $799
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A25, the Google Pixel 9 scores 18 points higher (50/100 vs 32/100). 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 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1280 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 613957 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 957 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2095 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 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 | 8 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 | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 161.0×76.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $799 | $204 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A25
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A25
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A25, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A25 by 154.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $595. Samsung Galaxy A25 is cheaper by $595.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (75/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A25?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A25 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A25?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy A25 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A25?
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 A25?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A25?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A25 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.