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 S21 FE

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
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Snapdragon 888
5 nm
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4500 mAh
25W
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6.4"
1080 x 2340 pixels
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12 MP
4K@30/60fps
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Specs
1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4
3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720
4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520
1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1
3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78
4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55
16GB 512GB (UFS 3.1)
8GB 256GB (UFS 3.1)
1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1
3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78
4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55
8GB 256GB (UFS 3.1)
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, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
8 MP
f/2.4, 76mm (telephoto), 1/4.5", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
12 MP
f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm
4K@24/30/60fps
1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps
1080p@30/60/240fps
720p@960fps
f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), PDAF
f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano
FDD: N1, N2, N3, N5, N7, N8, N12, N14, N20, N28, N30
TDD: N38, N40, N41, N66, N71, N75, N76, N77, N78, N79
FDD: N1, N3, N5, N7, N8, N20, N28, N66
TDD: N38, N40, N41, N78
FDD: N1, N2, N3, N5, N7, N8, N12, N14, N20, N25, N26, N28, N30
TDD: N38, N40, N41, N66, N71, N75, N76, N77, N78, N79
FDD: N1, N3, N5, N7, N8, N20, N28, N66
TDD: N38, N40, N41, N78
In this performance comparison, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL with its Google Tensor G4 (4nm) performs better than the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm), thanks to superior chipset efficiency.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 7 years of OS updates, whereas Samsung Galaxy S21 FE provides 4 years. For security updates, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers 7 years of support compared to Samsung Galaxy S21 FE's 5 years.
Both Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 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. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL also supports faster wired charging at 45W, compared to 25W on Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL offers faster wireless charging at 23W, while Samsung Galaxy S21 FE supports 15W.
Both phones feature the same IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE – Check price here
¹ Scores can vary even with the same chipset due to RAM, thermals, and software optimization.