Google Pixel 9 leads
by 8 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9 leads overall versus Galaxy S23. Software: 100 vs 62.9.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 9
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy S23
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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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.3"Better | 6.1" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1080 x 2424Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 2700 nitsBetter | 1750 nits |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 421 ppi | 422 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Close match | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceStorage Type
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone A leads | 12GBBetter | 8GB |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 3.1GHz | 3.36GHzBetter |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.92GHz | 1x3.36GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 3x2.0GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 1224020 | 1231075Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 1224020 | 1231075Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 4489 | 4950Better |
Storage Phone B leads | 256GB | 512GBBetter |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)Better | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 740 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceRear Camera
Optical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone A leads | 50MP + 48MPBetter | 50MP + 12MP + 10MP |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.31Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.7Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 3x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone B leads | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 10.5MP | 12MPBetter |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9 generally outperforms Galaxy S23 across key categories. Display Size: 6.3" vs 6.1" This makes Pixel 9 the better choice for most users, though Galaxy S23 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Pixel 9 excels in processing power and multitasking.
A solid choice with balanced features across all categories.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 110,852 | ≈ Rs 71,400 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S23 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 wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Google Pixel 9 is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Pixel Density (Samsung Galaxy S23 advantage), RAM (Google Pixel 9 advantage).
Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Google Pixel 9 offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Google Pixel 9: non-PTA approximately Rs 110,852; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S23: non-PTA approximately Rs 71,400; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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