Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Which one to get?

Wondering whether Google's latest 9 Pro XL is a better choice than the Galaxy S24 Ultra? Check out this HEAD-TO-HEAD for the COMPLETE BREAKDOWN of how these two phones compare in terms of screen quality, battery life and charging speed, chipset performance, and camera image quality, all based on our extensive reviews.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Design differences
01:07 - Screen specs, quality and features
01:52 - Stereo speakers quality
02:03 - User interface
02:25 - Ai features
02:52 - Chipset & Hardware
03:13 - Benchmarks
03:23 - Battery life and charging test
03:46 - Camera specs
04:17 - Daylight image quality, rear cameras
04:40 - Low-light image quality, rear cameras
04:56 - Selfie camera image quality
05:03 - Video quality
05:16 - Conclusion

[daltonwildes]

Its very interesting your findings on the low light photography and videography. On Tom the Tech Chaps video he stated the iphone 16 pro and the pixel 9 pro both having better low light than the galaxy.

[QUANTRELLBISHOP]

I had the s22 ultra pixel 9 pro XL in the OnePlus 12. I like the OnePlus 12. The best it charges faster than both them phones and it's just more user-friendly to use. It has so many customizable options the pixel would be my second choice Samsung's a great phone. I just got bored with the UI since I've had so many Samsungs over the past 10 years. Once I started buying OnePlus phones, I kind of stayed with them. They're just unbelievable and powerful. Very powerful

[awkc]

The thing that NO ONE talks about is that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the only phone period using their new M13 panel. Their new panel/display is better than anything else by quite a bit. Samsung is keeping it to themselves and not selling to other companies for at least one full year

The other thing I wish big reviewers would talk about is if this panel is made by Samsung Display or BOE or whatever company.

[ph]

I have both phones, I use a Pixel 9 Pro as my daily driver, why? It's easier to hold, the Samsung Ultra is too big. I like the software better on the pixel, . Ya the Samsung is more powerful, but don't play video games on my phone. Both Are good phones, but for comfort reasons I use the Pixel

[ramr]

well said. Google doesnt seem to bring enough value for the price, when it comes to hardware. Hopefully the Pixel 10 will change this, but who knows...

[GoMakeSomeSandwhich]

Processor is the MOST important thing cuz it affects everything and better processor will still be smooth and faster after a few years

[andreipop]

The funny thing about the chipsets is that Tensor is based on Samsungs chips, but Samsung uses Snapdragon for its flagships.

[hienho]

Specs by specs and value it is better to get the galaxy. Stronger, better battery, and pictures look just about the same.

[RogueHetero]

Google simply cannot call the pixel phones flagships. They really are premium midrange phones with flagship price tags. Shame really. It’s been the same story since the pixel 5 downgraded to a Snapdragon 7 series chip.

Edit: for those missing my point. No benchmarks aren't the end all be all. Yes pixels are decent phones they're just overpriced for what you're getting. And even if you don't game the weaker chip makes it a serious concern if you're buying the phone for the promised software support of 7 years (since some people are pointing out this helps justify the price tag)

[debapriyakanjilal]

I want Samsung to introduce the feature of changing a photo of a subject to 3D format and set it as wallpaper, just like in pixel 9pro xl

[romanzayn]

Review Moto G35 or Edge 50 Neo
Fast
Please
FFS

[booleaninfernusstudios]

Pixel vs Vivo X100 Ultra for point and snap pics, which one's your choice?

[Angelcee]

The last two bullets of the Pixel are pretty irrelevant. Pixel isn't stock android, stock android sucks (look for LTT video on it). Google just uses a different UI for their OS. The thermometer itself is novelty, it's not going to be something that you use everyday or even every month. The Samsung S-Pen is pretty niche too but it's nice to have something that you can doodle on every now and then.

Also, a huge missed op is the integration with other devices and services (watch, ring, buds) or their lack off. I think that this would also be a reason that someone picks one or the other. I personally have the S24 ultra and considered going to the Pixel but stopped when I considered that I would lose some function with my watch and ring, and would loose all access to all my purchases (fonts, themes) from the galaxy store.

[johnsmith-gppe]

Google should just release pixel phones with tensor only in the USA, everyone else should get the snapdragon.

[EJHR]

Just wanted to point out you said they both are aluminum but the galaxy is titanium.

[mhdrafi]

As a galaxy S24ULTRA owner 🎉 I'm proud over Apple...or...booble😅

[CoachD]

Watching on my Pixel 9 Pro XL. Really liking it so far. Amd before you Apple Sheep, sorry, Samsung Knights, start in, I still have and use my S23 Ultra 😊

[wkwkour]

Holy shit the Pixel's main camera video quality is actually terrible. It's so terrible I can clearly see how bad it is on a phone replying footage on YouTube at 1080p.

[SirMorak]

Even at discount, Pixel 9 Pro XL doesn't match the S24 Ultra. And ppl buying these things just want the best.

[yaboipookiepook]

Oh, you Samsung fans are something else. You get so worked up about your brand, it's like you think Samsung is the greatest thing since sliced bread. I get it, you like your phones. But chill out, man. There are other great phones out there too. Pixels have the best point-and-shoot cameras, for example. And not everyone needs all the bells and whistles that Samsung phones have. Some people just want a simple and easy-to-use phone. So, what's so special about Samsung? I don't get it. Why do you guys have to be so annoying about it?🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️☠️☠️