Google Pixel 9 Pro XL alternatives
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
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Tensor G4
4 nm
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5060 mAh
45W
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6.8"
1344 x 2992 pixels
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50 MP
8K@30fps
- Specs
Samsung Galaxy A36

Samsung Galaxy A36
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Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
4 nm
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5000 mAh
45W
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6.7"
1080 x 2340 pixels
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50 MP
4K@30fps
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Specs
1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4
3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720
4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520
4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78
4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55
16GB 512GB (UFS 3.1)
8GB 256GB (UFS 2.2)
12GB 256GB (UFS 2.2)
f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, multi-zone Laser AF, OIS
48 MP
f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom
48 MP
f/1.7, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF
f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS
8 MP
f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
5 MP
f/2.4, (macro)
4K@24/30/60fps
1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps
1080p@30/60fps
f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), PDAF
f/2.2, (wide)
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30fps
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano
21 5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79
12 5G bands
n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78
In this performance comparison, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL with its Google Tensor G4 (4nm) performs better than the Samsung Galaxy A36 with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm), thanks to superior chipset efficiency.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 7 years of OS updates, whereas Samsung Galaxy A36 provides 6 years. For security updates, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 7 years of support compared to Samsung Galaxy A36's 6 years.
Both Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A36 feature AMOLED displays, offering vibrant colors and deeper blacks. Both smartphones offer the same 120 Hz refresh rate. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL also boasts a brighter screen with 3000 nits of peak brightness, enhancing outdoor visibility. Notably, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers a higher screen resolution, resulting in sharper visuals and more detailed content.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes with a larger 5060 mAh battery, which may offer longer usage on a single charge. Both devices support the same wired charging speed of 45W. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL supports wireless charging at 23W, while Samsung Galaxy A36 does not support wireless charging.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers better protection against water and dust with an IP68 rating.
- Samsung Galaxy A36 – Check price here
¹ Scores can vary even with the same chipset due to RAM, thermals, and software optimization.