Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.8", OLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP+10MP/12MP (Front) | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 3900mAh, 25W | 5060mAh, 37W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick |
|---|
General
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Lime, Phantom Black | Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹1,24,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Type | AMOLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.8 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1344 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2992 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 486 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 3000 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Weight | 168 grams | 221 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Mali-G715 MC7 |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Best Take, Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, PDAF, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | |||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Stereo Sound Recording | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera, Galaxy AI | AI weather summaries, Gemini Live, Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 42 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Auto Focus, Auto-HDR, Dual Video Call, HDR10+ | Auto-HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 5060 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 37 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | Beidou, Galileo, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Gyroscope, Magnetometer Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
