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Galaxy A55 5G vs Pixel 9

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Galaxy A55 5G
· 2024

Galaxy A55 5G

$449
85.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
85.2
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera91/100
Battery86/100
Pixel 9
· 2024

Pixel 9

$799
84.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
84.9
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera88/100
Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A55 5G:
  • ✓$350 lower launch MSRP ($449 vs $799)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+300 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Pixel 9:
  • ✓15g lighter chassis (198g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy A55 5GPixel 9
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLEDActua OLED
Screen Size6.6"6.3"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (390 ppi)2424x1080 (422 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peak2,700 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB12 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Samsung GN350 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GNK
Telephoto Zoom5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/1.7
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.210.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161.1 x 77.1 x 8.2 mm152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm
Weight213 g198 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast charging27W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported15W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$449$799
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy A55 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy A55 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy A55 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.9 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+300 mAh more)
When to buy Pixel 9:
Brighter screen: 2,700 nits peak vs 1,000 nits · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy A55 5G vs Pixel 9

Which phone is better: Galaxy A55 5G or Pixel 9?

Galaxy A55 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.2/100 compared to Pixel 9 (84.9/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.9 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+300 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy A55 5G and Pixel 9?

Galaxy A55 5G is equipped with a 6.6-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 9 features a 6.3-inch display and 4700 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy A55 5G and Pixel 9?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy A55 5G scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 9 scores 88/100.

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