Google Pixel 9 Pro leads
by 16 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9 Pro leads overall versus Galaxy A56. Display: 90.9 vs 68.5.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy A56
A solid choice with balanced features.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy A56 leads | 6.3" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1280 x 2856Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 3000 nitsBetter | 1900 nits |
Pixel Density Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 497 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2Better | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 16GBBetter | 12GB |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 3.1GHzBetter | 2.9GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.92GHzBetter | 1x2.9GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.9GHz |
Benchmark Score Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1088917Better | 908689 |
AnTuTu Score Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1088917Better | 908689 |
Geekbench (Single) Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 3850Better | 1400 |
Geekbench (Multi) Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 4728Better | 3899 |
Storage Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1024GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)Better | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Mali-G715 MC7 | Xclipse 540 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceRear Camera
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 50MP + 48MPBetter | 50MP + 12MP + 5MP |
Rear Sensor Size Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 1/1.31Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | f/1.7Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | 5x | Not available |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 10x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 8K@30fps (via cloud-based upscaling), 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDRBetter | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera Google Pixel 9 Pro leads | 42MPBetter | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps (regional availability), 10-bit HDR |
Camera Features Different | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9 Pro generally outperforms Galaxy A56 across key categories. Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) vs Exynos 1580 (4 nm) This makes Pixel 9 Pro the better choice for most users, though Galaxy A56 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Pixel 9 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
A solid choice with balanced features across all categories.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A56 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 111,997 | ≈ Rs 97,860 |
| PTA | Rs 150,000 | Rs 138,999 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A56 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Google Pixel 9 Pro wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 9 Pro is the better choice overall, winning in 6 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy A56 advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 9 Pro advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 9 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 9 Pro advantage), Display Protection (Google Pixel 9 Pro advantage).
Google Pixel 9 Pro has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Google Pixel 9 Pro offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Google Pixel 9 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 111,997; PTA Rs 150,000. Samsung Galaxy A56: non-PTA approximately Rs 97,860; PTA Rs 138,999. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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