Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 50/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,561,427); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Better camera (75/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 15/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 4900
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 4 points higher (54/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (64/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $799 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 9 by 45.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (64/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (33/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.