Google Pixel 9 vs Samsung Galaxy A17

Our Verdict: For Google Pixel 9 versus Samsung Galaxy A17, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Pixel is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 421 PPI display, its OLED panel, and 128GB to 256GB storage; the Samsung is the better match for a larger 6.7-inch screen and its Super AMOLED panel. The Pixel is the better fit for display quality, while the Samsung is the one to consider for screen size.

The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £266 over a typical contract, £435 less than the Pixel 9.

Expert Rating
4.2
13 reviews
3.5
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.7"
Display
OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
421 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10.5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery
4,700 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android 14 Android
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
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
198 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£54.83/mo (£30.00 upfront) £5.00/mo (£125.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£274.99 £189.00
Google Pixel 9 Google Pixel 9 Samsung Galaxy A17 Samsung Galaxy A17
Expert Rating 4.2
13 reviews
3.5
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.7"
Display OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 421 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10.5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Exynos 1330 (5 nm)
Battery 4,700 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android
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
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight 198 grams 192 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront
SIM-free £274.99 £189.00
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Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9

12 Months

128GB

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5GB

Data

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Unlimited

£54.83 a month, £30 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A17
Samsung Galaxy A17

24 Months

128GB

Blue

300GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£5 a month, £125 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £265.60 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 9's 6.3", the Google Pixel 9 has the sharper display at 421 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Google Pixel 9 uses a OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Google Pixel 9 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 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 or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Google Pixel 9 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?

The Google Pixel 9 is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy A17?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A17 is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 is more compact. It's 6g lighter at 192 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is slimmer at 7.5mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 or Samsung Galaxy A17?

The Google Pixel 9 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?

The Google Pixel 9 runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.