Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. Samsung S24 Ultra - Which is Better?

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Google Pixel 9 Pro? We’ll put these phones head-to-head, taking you through the advantages and disadvantages of going with each phone and which one we’d ultimately recommend.
We’ll also take you in-depth into the camera system changes Google made to their pixels this year and how those changes compare to the S24 Ultra; plus, we’ll walk you through the software differences between the two phones, how their battery life stands up, the new AI features each phone got this year and more!

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🕰️Timestamps:
0:00 - Camera System Comparison
1:35 - Form factor and design
2:00 - Price difference and Pixel features
4:37 - OneUI and customizations
5:03 - Display quality
5:52 - S Pen
6:11 - Processor comparison
6:25 - Battery life
6:40 - Exclusive Galaxy AI features
7:20 - AI similarities
7:56 - Recommendation

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[BlackhawkTDI]

While i have both phones, there's always something with the Pixel phones that keep me from using it as my main device, like with my P9P I had issues with GPS, whereas with my S24U, everything works and is rock solid.

[anthonynkwocha]

this stigma that one ui is a complicated & confusing needs to stop honestly. this isnt way back in the day. i find one ui pretty straightforward

[JoelT-hdol]

Notification history is available in the galaxy s24

[kudosbm]

My issue with great smartphone cameras is the delay in taking a photo, these are supposed to be convenient cameras. Does anyone know if the Pixel 9 or S24 have a delay when taking a photo?

[Thigster]

I 1000% agree with your preference of Pixel over S24U. I traded iPhone 15 for S24 and S24 for P9PXL. IMO, Pixel is the absolute phone of the year.

[nvca]

Samsung dex is an underrated killer feature that Pixel doesn’t have.

[ernstt]

Were all of the rear camera samples in this video shot with video boost?

[braskabani]

Pixel for software and samsung for hardware.

[MillenniumFalcon]

Thanks Josh. I had a similar experience when I purchased my Pixel 8 Pro for my 1st phone line and then the Galaxy Z Fold 5 for my office line. I really like the OLED display on my Samsung phone and its ability to customize the phone better and of course the fold feature. But overall I keep going back to my Pixel 8 Pro because of the Google UI which is much more user friendly and also because it just natively integrates with all my Google smart home devices for a better experience. Glad to see in that regard that I'm on the same page as a genius like you. Your reviews and feedback are always so good.

[vineelchebrolu]

I came from a S21 Ultra 16gb +512 to Pixel 9 pro xl. I still use my S21 ultra. Pixel is nice for my needs and all but coming from Samsung I realized that Samsung one ui has lots of features and more bang for buck in the same price range. Limit battery charge to 80, bixby routines do more system related automation well than google assitant routines. On pixel I have to use something like IFFFT and I'm not a fan of it as it doesn't have deep functions like Bixby routines does.
Also, Miracast is missing on the pixel (available on Samsung) for me as I have devices with out chromecast. Power saving mode is more configurable on the samsung, adding apps manually to put in deep sleep etc. There are lot others I couldn't remember

Overall it is personal preference on which version of Android you prefer, but personally I feel Samsung gives you bang for your buck. You will have a lot of different features related to Samsung whether you use it or not and some of them are really neat. The only thing I hate is they always have alternative app for google related and I don't like having 2 calendar apps etc.

[pushintincharters]

Would I be able to transfer everything over to pixel from another phone? like the ease of smart switch?

[pum]

I got the 9 Pixel Pro XL, and, man, I *really* wanted to love it. Seriously, I did, but it felt so tiny! Compared to the S24 Ultra—and like that commenter said—everything on the S24 Ultra just works better. The Pixel still overheats, not as badly, but it's still a thing.

[akustiktrax]

How is the heat on the 9 Pro XL? I returned the 8 because it was like a BBQ. It got so hot for no reason that the temperature sensor was not working.

[ricoyou]

Fully agree! Google hit a home run with the 9 series and the Pixel 9 PRO XL!!!..it is a fantastic device that does everything so well and so smoothly. What a fantastic phone!!

[atlas_bun]

This was helpful in me deciding between the two also you two are a cute couple! Also is that a fursuit head? 👀

[george.b]

Thanks for your hard work. Nice video! I enjoyed it and got the information that I needed.

[therobinx]

the price and the bloatware with Samsung OneUI is what made me order Pixel 9 Pro, and I am glad I made that decision.

[terencepone]

I have the porcelain 9pro xl and I left a z fold 4. I had the 6 pro and on behalf of the both of if finally breathe a sigh of relief. I'm happy with it so far.

[loronuslawsons]

S24 Ultra is pure power and overall a better phone.