Google Pixel 9a / Samsung Galaxy S23

Google Pixel 9a: Pixel 9a; 8 GB RAM with 128 or 256 GB. The band list on this page belongs to the GTF7P model on the UK page; model codes and 5G bands can differ in other markets. The Pixel 9 and Pixel 10a are separate models.

Samsung Galaxy S23: Galaxy S23 (2023); 8 GB RAM, 128 or 256 GB (options vary by market). The Galaxy S23+, S23 Ultra and S23 FE are separate models.

Specification	Google Pixel 9a	Samsung Galaxy S23
Release year	2025	2023
Display	6.3-inch (160 mm) Actua pOLED; 1080 × 2424, 422 ppi; 60–120 Hz Smooth Display; 1,800 nits HDR, 2,700 nits peak Smooth Display switches between 60 and 120 Hz depending on content, so scrolling is smooth and static screens save power. 2,700 nits is the peak for a small area; the full-screen HDR figure is 1,800 nits. Google	6.1-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 48–120 Hz Super Smooth refresh; 1750 nits; 240 Hz touch sampling in Game Mode The refresh rate varies between 48 and 120 Hz depending on content. Vision Booster adjusts the picture to stay readable in bright light. The size is measured as a full rectangle; the visible area is smaller. Samsung
Cover glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Gorilla Glass 3 is an older Corning glass generation; the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro use the newer Victus 2. Google	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 According to Samsung, the S23 series is the first S series to use Victus 2 glass. Samsung
Processor	Google Tensor G4; Titan M2 security coprocessor Titan M2 handles sensitive tasks such as passcodes, lock screen and boot verification on a chip separate from the main processor. Google	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy Samsung introduced this version as a Snapdragon optimised for Galaxy and exclusive to the S23 series at launch. Samsung
Memory and storage	8 GB RAM; 128 or 256 GB There is no microSD slot; storage is chosen at purchase. Google	8 GB RAM; 128 GB or 256 GB Usable space is lower because of preloaded software. Samsung
Rear cameras	48 MP wide (ƒ/1.7, 1/2-inch, Quad PD, OIS + EIS); 13 MP ultrawide (ƒ/2.2, 120°); Super Res Zoom up to 8x There is no telephoto camera; 8x zoom is done in software and optical quality is given only at 0.5x and 1x. Google	50 MP Wide (F1.8, 85°), 12 MP Ultra Wide (F2.2, 120°), 10 MP Telephoto (3x optical, F2.4, 36°) The telephoto gives 3x optical zoom; zoom beyond that is digital. Samsung
Video	Rear 4K 30/60 fps; front 4K 30 fps; slow motion up to 240 fps Google	—
Front camera	13 MP (ƒ/2.2, 96.1°) Google	12 MP (F2.2, 80°) Samsung
Battery and charging	5,100 mAh (typical), 5,000 mAh minimum; fast wired charging; Qi-certified wireless charging No charger is included, only a USB-C cable (USB 2.0). Google	—
Durability	IP68; matte composite back, satin metal frame IP68 describes dust-tightness and water resistance under defined conditions; liquid damage is usually not covered by warranty. Google	—
Software	Launched with Android 15; seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates Google	—
Connectivity	5G Sub-6; Wi-Fi 6E (2x2 MIMO); Bluetooth 5.3; NFC; GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS; USB-C 3.2 This model has no mmWave 5G; Sub-6 bands can differ between regional model codes. Google	5G, LTE, Wi‑Fi 6E, Wi‑Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.3 Wi‑Fi 6E needs a router with 6 GHz support; availability varies by market and provider. Samsung
SIM	Nano SIM + eSIM (dual SIM) Google	—
Unlocking	Under-display fingerprint and face unlock Google	—
Audio	Stereo speakers; two microphones Google	—
Size and weight	154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm; 186 g Google	70.9 × 146.3 × 7.6 mm; 168 g Samsung
Colours	Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony Google	—
Battery	—	3900 mAh (typical); rated minimum 3785 mAh The typical value is the average from third-party lab tests; the rated value is the minimum capacity across battery samples. Samsung
Charging	—	Wired: about 50% in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter and 3 A USB‑C cable; Fast Wireless Charging 2.0; Wireless PowerShare The adapter is sold separately. Wired charging is compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. PowerShare needs the battery above 30% to charge another device. Samsung
Operating system	—	Android 13 with One UI 5.1 at launch Samsung promised four Android OS upgrades and five years of security updates for the S23 series; timing varies by model and market. Samsung
Water resistance	—	IP68 (up to 1.5 m of fresh water for up to 30 minutes) Samsung does not advise beach or pool use. Samsung
Security	—	Samsung Knox and Knox Vault Samsung