Pixel 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A08: Which One Should You Buy?
Pixel 9 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.6/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A08
Pixel 9 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsPixel 9 Pro8745
- Camerafrom specsPixel 9 Pro9332
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfiePixel 9 Pro8860
- Batteryfrom specsSamsung Galaxy A0857100
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Samsung Galaxy A08 has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy A08 has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.3"
- Pixel 9 Pro has a sharper selfie camera42 MP vs 16 MP
- Pixel 9 Pro has more RAM16 GB vs 4 GB
- Pixel 9 Pro has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G4 vs Helio G99
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 9 Pro wins — BeastScore 85.6/100
The Pixel 9 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (42 MP vs 16 MP) and more RAM (16 GB vs 4 GB). The Samsung Galaxy A08 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,700 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 16 GB vs 4 GB
Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 4,700 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 9 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A08?
The Pixel 9 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (42 MP vs 16 MP) and more RAM (16 GB vs 4 GB). The Samsung Galaxy A08 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,700 mAh). BeastScore: Pixel 9 Pro 85.6/100, Samsung Galaxy A08 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A08?
Pixel 9 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4700 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A08 has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
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