There are a few differences.

If youre all in on the Google ecosystem, youll probably want to go for the pure Pixel experience.

If you want Android updates before anyone else, thats a reason to go for a Pixel.

Pixel and Galaxy

Pixel and GalaxyThe Pixel 9 Pro and the Galaxy Z Fold 6. (Google / Samsung)

Pixels have long impressed in terms of their photo and video processing, even with limited hardware.

Theres already a lot under the Galaxy AI umbrella, with more to come.

News from the future, delivered to your present.

Pixel settings

Pixels can show suggested apps on the home screen. (Gizmodo)

The Pixel 9a is all the essentials (and AI) packed into a friendlier price point.

You just have to want to be a part of this ecosystem.

Galaxy home screen settings

You can tweak the Galaxy home screen in a lot of ways. (Gizmodo)

Google apps on the Pixel

Pixels prioritize Google apps. (Gizmodo)

Samsung DeX on a Galaxy phone

Galaxy phones offer Samsung DeX. (Gizmodo)

Now Playing on a Pixel phone

Now Playing is a great little Pixel feature. (Gizmodo)

Samsung Galaxy AI

More and more Galaxy AI is arriving on Samsung phones. (Gizmodo)

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