Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; estimated prices are $737 and $340. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 60/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,222,280); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 114); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is thinner (7.4mm vs 8.5mm).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1222280
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 3832
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Cheaper: $340 vs $737
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Google Pixel 9 scores 9 points higher (69/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1222280 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 3832 | |
| 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 | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $737 | $340 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 27.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $397. Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper by $397.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A56 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (75/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A56 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.