Pixel 9 vs Galaxy A56 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Pixel 9 edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: Pixel 9 72 · Galaxy A56 5G 68 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
The Pixel 9's screen is the better one — 6.3-inch actua oled, 60–120hz, up to 2700 nits peak.
The Pixel 9's Google Tensor G4 is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
5,000mAh vs 4,700mAh — the Galaxy A56 5G lasts longer between charges.
The Pixel 9 is supported until Aug 2031 — 5 months longer than the Galaxy A56 5G.
Overall value goes to the Pixel 9 at $7.21 per month of safe use.
Full spec table
| Spec | Pixel 9 | Galaxy A56 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $449 | $450 |
| Display | 6.3-inch Actua OLED, 60–120Hz, up to 2700 nits peak | 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Exynos 1580 |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB |
| Battery | 4,700 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired, 15W wireless (Qi) | 45W wired (charger not included) |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 48MP ultra-wide | 50MP main (OIS), 12MP ultra-wide, 5MP macro |
| Dimensions | 152.8 × 72.0 × 8.5 mm | 162.2 × 77.5 × 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 198 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP67 |
| Supported until | Aug 2031 | Mar 2031 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.