Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $799 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 50/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 754,064).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2710
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Lighter: 198g vs 200g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $799
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Google Pixel 9 scores 19 points higher (69/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 34/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" 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 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 107.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (73/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (75/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A26 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.