Google Pixel 9 leads
by 3 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Pixel 9 leads overall versus Galaxy S23 Ultra. Software: 100 vs 62.9.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 9
Best for users who prioritize camera and software.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Best for users who prioritize performance and display.
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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 differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 6.3" | 6.8"Better |
Resolution Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 1080 x 2424 | 1440 x 3088Better |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Google Pixel 9 leads | 2700 nitsBetter | 1750 nits |
Pixel Density Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 421 ppi | 501 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Close match | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
CPU Cores
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 12GB | 12GB |
CPU Clock Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 3.1GHz | 3.36GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | 8 | Not available |
CPU Cluster Speeds Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 1x3.1GHz + 3x2.6GHz + 4x1.92GHz | 1x3.36GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 3x2.0GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 1224020 | 1241531Better |
AnTuTu Score Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 1224020 | 1241531Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 4489 | 4927Better |
Storage Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 256GB | 1024GBBetter |
Storage Type Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.0Better |
Chipset Google Pixel 9 leads | Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)Better | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
GPU Different | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 740 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceRear Aperture
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 50MP | 200MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 50MP + 48MP | 200MP + 12MP + 10MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads | 1/1.31 | 1/1.3Better |
Rear Aperture Close match | f/1.7 | f/1.7 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 3x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | 8x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 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 Different | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 9 generally outperforms Galaxy S23 Ultra across key categories. Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) This makes Pixel 9 the better choice for most users, though Galaxy S23 Ultra may excel in specific areas.
Best for photographers and content creators. Pixel 9 offers superior camera capabilities with strong software.
Best for users who prioritize performance and display. Galaxy S23 Ultra excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 9 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 110,852 | ≈ Rs 120,929 |
| PTA | Rs 145,000 | Rs 178,000 |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 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 2 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), Resolution (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 9 advantage), Pixel Density (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), CPU Clock (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage).
Google Pixel 9 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra tends to last longer on a charge.
Google Pixel 9: non-PTA approximately Rs 110,852; PTA Rs 145,000. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: non-PTA approximately Rs 120,929; PTA Rs 178,000. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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