Google Pixel 9a / Samsung Galaxy S24+ (SM-S926B)

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 S24+ (SM-S926B): SM-S926B/DS (Europe and many international markets), 12 GB RAM; 256 GB or 512 GB. The US/Canada SM-S926U/W models with a different chip, the 6.2-inch S24 and the S24 Ultra are separate models.

SpecificationGoogle Pixel 9aSamsung Galaxy S24+ (SM-S926B)
Release year20252024
Display6.3-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		6.7-inch (6.5-inch with rounded corners) Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 3120 × 1440 (QHD+); adaptive 1–120 Hz; Vision Booster

QHD+ is sharper than the FHD+ panel of the regular S24. The 1–120 Hz range drops to 1 Hz on static content to save battery and rises to 120 Hz for scrolling. Vision Booster adjusts colour and contrast in sunlight to improve readability.

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Cover glassCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Gorilla Glass 3 is an older Corning glass generation; the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro use the newer Victus 2.

Google		—
ProcessorGoogle 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		10 cores; 3.2 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.6 GHz and 1.95 GHz clusters

Samsung UK does not name the chip; the core layout and clocks belong to the SM-S926B. US models (SM-S926U) using a different chip by region are a separate variant.

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Memory and storage8 GB RAM; 128 or 256 GB

There is no microSD slot; storage is chosen at purchase.

Google		12 GB RAM; 256 GB (about 231.2 GB available) or 512 GB

There is no memory card slot; capacity options can vary by country and carrier.

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Rear cameras48 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 (ƒ/1.8, OIS, 85°); 10 MP telephoto (3x optical, ƒ/2.4, 36°); 12 MP ultra-wide (ƒ/2.2, 120°); up to 30x digital zoom

Samsung UK says the Adaptive Pixel sensor enables optical-quality 2x zoom by cropping the centre of the 50 MP sensor. The 3x telephoto is a separate camera.

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VideoRear 4K 30/60 fps; front 4K 30 fps; slow motion up to 240 fps Google8K (7680 × 4320) at 30 fps; slow motion UHD 120 fps, FHD 240 fps Samsung
Front camera13 MP (ƒ/2.2, 96.1°) Google12 MP, ƒ/2.2, 80° Samsung
Battery and charging5,100 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		4,900 mAh typical (4,755 mAh rated); about 65% in 30 minutes with a 45 W adapter and 5 A cable; Fast Wireless Charging 2.0; Wireless PowerShare

Wired charging is USB PD compatible; 45 W speed needs a 5 A USB-C cable, and the adapter and cable are sold separately. Wireless PowerShare charges accessories such as earbuds or watches from the back of the phone.

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DurabilityIP68; 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		IP68 (up to 1.5 m in fresh water for up to 30 minutes)

Samsung does not advise beach or pool use; rinse and dry after it gets wet.

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SoftwareLaunched with Android 15; seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates Google—
Connectivity5G 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 (sub-6); Wi-Fi 6E (2.4 + 5 + 6 GHz, 160 MHz); Bluetooth 5.3; NFC; UWB; USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1)

USB 3.2 Gen 1 means up to 5 Gbit/s wired transfer to a computer; Samsung DeX lets you connect a monitor for a desktop interface. There is no 3.5 mm headphone jack.

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SIMNano SIM + eSIM (dual SIM) Google—
UnlockingUnder-display fingerprint and face unlock Google—
AudioStereo speakers; two microphones Google—
Size and weight154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm; 186 g Google158.5 × 75.9 × 7.7 mm; 196 g

Samsung lists 197 g for the mmWave model; weight can vary by market.

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ColoursObsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony Google—
Model code—SM-S926B/DS; Nano-SIM + eSIM, dual Nano-SIM or dual eSIM

Samsung UK lists SIM 1 + SIM 2, SIM 1 + eSIM and dual eSIM layouts; eSIM needs operator support.

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Battery life claim—Up to 31 hours video playback, 27 hours Wi‑Fi internet use, 92 hours audio playback

Samsung’s figures are lab measurements; real-world time depends on network and usage.

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Location and sensors—GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS; accelerometer, barometer, fingerprint, gyro, geomagnetic, Hall, light and proximity sensors Samsung
Operating system—Launched with Android 14 and One UI 6.1; security updates until 31 January 2031

Samsung UK support lists user manuals for Android 15, 16 and 17, so the phone can be upgraded to these versions. Timing can vary by country and carrier.

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