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Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Galaxy S23 Ultra

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

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Pixel 9 Pro XL
· 2024

Pixel 9 Pro XL

$1099
87.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.2
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery86/100
Galaxy S23 Ultra
· 2023

Galaxy S23 Ultra

$1199
87.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.8
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera100/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
  • ✓13g lighter chassis (221g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $1199)
  • ✓Larger 5,060 mAh battery capacity (+60 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Galaxy S23 Ultra:
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 9 Pro XLGalaxy S23 Ultra
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechLTPO OLEDDynamic AMOLED 2X
Screen Size6.8"6.8"
Resolution & Density2992x1344 (486 ppi)3088x1440 (500 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peak2,200 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 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB12 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN2200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP2
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS10 MP (10x optical zoom), f/4.9, OIS
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/1.712 MP, f/2.2
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 Lens10.5 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Weight221 g234 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,060 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging37W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging23W wireless charging15W 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 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-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$1099$1199
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S23 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 87.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S23 Ultra ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 100/100 camera rating.

When to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,200 nits · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
When to buy Galaxy S23 Ultra:
Higher overall BeastScore: 87.8 vs top rival 87.2 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Galaxy S23 Ultra

Which phone is better: Pixel 9 Pro XL or Galaxy S23 Ultra?

Galaxy S23 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 87.8/100 compared to Pixel 9 Pro XL (87.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 87.8 vs top rival 87.2 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 9 Pro XL and Galaxy S23 Ultra?

Pixel 9 Pro XL is equipped with a 6.8-inch display and 5060 mAh battery, while Galaxy S23 Ultra features a 6.8-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 9 Pro XL and Galaxy S23 Ultra?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 100/100.

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