Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 50/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 824,513).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy A90 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.8×76.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- Main: 48MP f/f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Samsung Galaxy A90 5G by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (73/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G (75/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G is a better fit for everyday use.