Smartphone Comparison

Google Pixel 9a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Verdict
Google Pixel 9a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the faster phone

Head-to-head specifications

MetricGoogle Pixel 9aSamsung Galaxy S25 UltraDifference
AnTuTu v10 score1,125,3552,800,202-59.8%
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G4Snapdragon 8 Elite
Display6.3" 120 Hz6.9" 120 Hz
Battery (mAh)4,8005,000-4.0%
Rear cameras48+12 MP200+50+50+12 MP
Front camera (MP)1312
RAM / storage (base)8 GB / 128 GB12 GB / 256 GB
Max configuration8 GB / 256 GB16 GB / 1024 GB
Weight (g)190219-13.2%
Connectivity / unlock5G · Under-display5G · Under-display
Launch price (USD)$499–$559$1,299–$1,649-61.6%
  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on raw performance by about 60% on AnTuTu v10 (Google Tensor G4 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite).
  • Google Pixel 9a is the cheaper option at launch pricing.

Verdict: Pixel 9a or Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Our recommendation
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra takes the overall edge, though Google Pixel 9a wins in specific areas worth weighing.

Google Pixel 9a advantages

  • Lightness (+13%)
  • Affordability (+62%)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra advantages

  • Raw performance (+60%)
  • Battery capacity (+4%)
  • Camera resolution (+76%)
  • Memory (+33%)

Which should you choose?

  • Choose the Google Pixel 9a if you want a lighter phone for one-handed use.
  • Choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you game or want the most headroom for years of updates.
  • Choose the Google Pixel 9a if you want the best value for money.

Value for money

Google Pixel 9a delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.

Google Pixel 9a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: which should you choose?

Google Pixel 9a — Google Android 15 smartphone (2025) with a 6.3-inch 120 Hz OLED, Google Tensor G4, 4800 mAh battery and 48MP main camera, scoring about 1,125,355 on AnTuTu v10; launched at $499.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — Samsung Android 15 smartphone (2025) with a 6.9-inch 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 5000 mAh battery and 200MP main camera, scoring about 2,800,202 on AnTuTu v10; launched at $1,299.

Google Pixel 9a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the faster phone. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on raw performance by about 60% on AnTuTu v10 (Google Tensor G4 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite). Google Pixel 9a is the cheaper option at launch pricing.

Performance and everyday use

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the faster device on raw benchmarks (2,800,202 vs 1,125,355 on AnTuTu v10), running the Snapdragon 8 Elite against the Google Tensor G4. For messaging, browsing and social apps both feel instant — the gap matters most for gaming and long-term headroom.

Display and battery

Google Pixel 9a carries a 6.3-inch 120 Hz OLED against a 6.9-inch 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Batteries are 4,800 and 5,000 mAh — though software tuning and chipset efficiency shape real-world endurance as much as capacity.

Cameras, storage and price

Rear arrays are 48+12 MP versus 200+50+50+12 MP, with 13 MP and 12 MP front cameras. Base configurations start at 8 GB / 128 GB and 12 GB / 256 GB. The Google Pixel 9a is the more affordable at about $499 launch price, which may matter more than a small spec gap.

The verdict

Both are credible choices in the smartphone comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Google Pixel 9a better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra takes the overall edge, though Google Pixel 9a wins in specific areas worth weighing. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on raw performance by about 60% on AnTuTu v10 (Google Tensor G4 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite).

What is the main difference between the Google Pixel 9a and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on raw performance by about 60% on AnTuTu v10 (Google Tensor G4 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite). Google Pixel 9a is the cheaper option at launch pricing.

Which is better value?

Google Pixel 9a delivers more performance per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.

Which should I choose?

Choose the Google Pixel 9a if you want a lighter phone for one-handed use. Choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you game or want the most headroom for years of updates.

Methodology

Smartphones are compared on AnTuTu v10 benchmark scores, chipset, display size and refresh rate, battery capacity, rear and front camera resolution, RAM and storage across launch variants, weight, and launch pricing (USD). Each model shows its base variant with the top-spec configuration noted where multiple variants exist. Benchmark scores reflect the listed chipset variant; real-world battery life and camera quality depend on software tuning, not just hardware numbers.

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Last updated 2026-07-01
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