Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 69/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera (143 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 4900
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 198g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 6 points higher (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Google Pixel 9 by 48.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 9 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.