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; estimated prices are $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 50/100 (a 13-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).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
- 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 (68/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 13 points higher (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. 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 (33/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
| 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 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $799 | $1099 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
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
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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.
Price difference: $300. Google Pixel 9 is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (68/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
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 (33/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.