Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition

Our verdict: Pixel density goes to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL at 460 PPI. Selfie fans take note: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a 42MP front camera. Water protection goes to the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL with its superior IP68 rating. Without a contract, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is the better deal at £299.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.8" 6.7"
Display
LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
460 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB
OS
Android 14 Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
199 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£32.00/mo (£299.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£390.00 £299.00
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Samsung Galaxy A56  Enterprise Edition Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition
Screen 6.8" 6.7"
Display LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 460 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 199 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £32.00/mo
£299.00 upfront
SIM-free £390.00 £299.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition use?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (199 grams vs 198 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A56 Enterprise Edition run?

Both phones run Android 14.