Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023) vs Google Pixel 9
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+8MP+12MP/32MP (Front) | 50MP+48MP/10.5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4500mAh, 25W | 4700mAh, 27W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
| Display | 6.4", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.3", OLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+8MP+12MP/32MP (Front) | 50MP+48MP/10.5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4500mAh, 25W | 4700mAh, 27W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Software, Design and Build Quality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Software, Design and Build Quality |
General
| Colors | Graphite, Navy, Lavender | Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony, Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | July 05, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 05, 2023 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹49,999 | ₹79,999 | ||
| Colors | Graphite, Navy, Lavender | Porcelain, Wintergreen, Peony, Obsidian | ||
| Launch | July 05, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | July 05, 2023 | August 22, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹49,999 | ₹79,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Type | AMOLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2424 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 403 ppi | 422 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 2700 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2424 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 403 ppi | 422 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 2700 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Weight | 177 grams | 198 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Weight | 177 grams | 198 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 888 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Mali-G715 MP7 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 888 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Mali-G715 MP7 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung S21 FE 5G (2023)
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+ | 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 | Circle To Search | Add Me, Best Take, Face Unblur, Magic Editor, Portrait Light | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | Circle To Search | Add Me, Best Take, Face Unblur, Magic Editor, Portrait Light |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 10.5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama | |||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 32 MP | 10.5 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Ultrawide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama | |||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 27 W | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 4700 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 27 W |
Memory
Winner:Google Pixel 9
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, 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 | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, 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
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Pay, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Pay, X-Axis Linear Motor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
