Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB vs Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB is cheaper by SAR 794 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 12 GB)
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,060 mAh vs 4,000 mAh)
  • Higher optical zoom (telephoto): 5 x vs 3 x
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 794
  • Lower weight: 190 g vs 210 g · slight difference

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and battery capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 16 GB12 GB
  • Screen size

    ✓ 6.8 in6.2 in
  • Display type

    OLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X

Specifications side by side

24 of 24 specs

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Spec
GoogleSAR 5,199
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB specs
SamsungSAR 4,405
Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB specs
Reference priceSAR 5,199SAR 4,405
Memory (RAM)✓ 16 GB12 GB
ProcessorTensor G4Snapdragon 8 Elite
Battery capacity✓ 5,060 mAh4,000 mAh
Wired charging27 W—
Years of OS updates7 years—
Storage128 GB128 GB
Main camera50 MP50 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB: Tensor G4; Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB: Snapdragon 8 Elite. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

No difference here: storage is 128 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB and the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 128GB: 5,060 mAh vs 4,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.