Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $737 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 66/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Better camera (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
- Lighter: 168g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $737
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Google Pixel 9 scores 3 points higher (69/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $737 | $229 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Google Pixel 9 by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $508. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $508.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (46/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (83/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.