Google256 GB
Pixel 9a
6.3″ · pOLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G4
256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Obsidian · UK specification GTF7PFull product profile
Obsidian YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Google Pixel 9a vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Obsidian
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Pixel 9a if…
- you want a larger battery: 5,100 vs 4,000 mAh Source: Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S25 if…
- you want a dedicated telephoto lens (3×); the other lists none Source: Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a lighter phone: 162 g vs 186 g Source: Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a thinner body: 7.2 vs 8.9 mm Source: Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S25
6.2 inches. Just 162 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Navy · UK SM-S931BDBGEUBFull product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Galaxy S25
24 g lighter.
Published device weight, without a case.
- Pixel 9a
- 186g
- Galaxy S25
- 162g
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
Pixel 9a
0.1″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Pixel 9a
- 6.3″
- Galaxy S25
- 6.2″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Pixel 9a
- Not verified
- Galaxy S25
- Up to 29h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
21 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsPixel 9aGoogle Tensor G4
Galaxy S25Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Sources
Galaxy S25
UK S25 launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. No benchmark is inferred.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsPixel 9a5100 mAh
Galaxy S254000 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S25
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
Pixel 9aWide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S2550 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Pixel 9a
No dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Pixel 9apOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peak
Galaxy S256.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Pixel 9a
Diagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel 9a8 GB
Galaxy S2512 GB
Sources
Galaxy S25
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
Pixel 9aWi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Galaxy S25Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 15 more verified differences
Update policy
Pixel 9a7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates
Galaxy S25Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Launch operating system
Pixel 9aLaunched with Android 15
Galaxy S25Android 15 · One UI 7
Sources
Galaxy S25
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsLaunch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Ports and buttons
Pixel 9aUSB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
Galaxy S25USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
Pixel 9a5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless charging
Galaxy S254000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Display resolution
Pixel 9a1080 × 2424
Galaxy S252340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
Pixel 9a13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
Galaxy S2512 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S25
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Dedicated telephoto reach
Pixel 9a0×
Galaxy S253×
Sources
Pixel 9a
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
Pixel 9apOLED
Galaxy S25Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S25
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed peak brightness
Pixel 9a2700 nits
Galaxy S252600 nits
Sources
Pixel 9a
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Compare Galaxy S25 Series — Display CapabilitiesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel density
Pixel 9a422.2 ppi
Galaxy S25415.67867603060375 ppi
Sources
Galaxy S25
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software SupportCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
Pixel 9a2
Galaxy S253
Sources
Galaxy S25
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen size
Pixel 9a6.3 in
Galaxy S256.2 in
Sources
Pixel 9a
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Galaxy S25
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
Pixel 9a154.7 mm
Galaxy S25146.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
Pixel 9a8.9 mm
Galaxy S257.2 mm
Sources
Galaxy S25
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
Pixel 9a186 g
Galaxy S25162 g
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Pixel 9a154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
Galaxy S25146.9 × 70.5 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S25
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Width
Pixel 9a73.3 mm
Galaxy S2570.5 mm
Sources
Galaxy S25
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
Pixel 9a8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Galaxy S2512 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Pixel 9aUK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S25UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Pixel 9a
UK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Galaxy S25
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (42)
Main-camera aperture control
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Fixed f/1.8
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
The wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S2529 hours
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired charging power
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsPixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configurationGalaxy S25
25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S2530 minutes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S257
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Authentication
Pixel 9aFingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S255.4
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S2530 minutes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S2550%
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
Pixel 9aCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S254.47 GHz · 3.5 GHz
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S258
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Exact Google UK store configuration
Pixel 9a_pixel_9a_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In the box
Pixel 9aPixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S252000 cycles
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published network bands
Pixel 9a5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S252×
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S253885 mAh
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S2530 fps
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Satellite SOS
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Satellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S252032-01-31
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
Pixel 9aProximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Pixel 9a
Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording
Pixel 9aRear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
Pixel 9a7.5 W
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Manufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGalaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
9 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs78 specificationsPixel 9aGalaxy S25
Pixel 9aGalaxy S25WeightDiffers
Sources
186g
162g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
73.3mm
70.5mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.9mm
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
146.9 × 70.5 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
HeightDiffers
Sources
154.7 mm
146.9 mmLabelled height.
Form factor
Sources
slabSingle-screen bar phone per the published dimensions.
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Obsidian
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
6.3″
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
6.2″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
2700 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
2600 nits
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Pixel densityDiffers
Sources
422.2 ppi
415.68 ppi
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
pOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peakDiagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
Sources
1080 × 2424
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Native telephoto reachDiffers
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
3×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
2
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedVideo is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Wide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fpsNo dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
YesListed for the wide camera only; the ultra-wide lists none.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Yes
YesThe S25 launch table explicitly attaches OIS to the Wide lens.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
29 hoursPublished local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
YesQi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless chargingGoogle publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
4000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
Sources
5100 mAhTypical; minimum rated capacity 5,000 mAh.
4000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
7.5 WManufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
3885 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesUp to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
50%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
2000 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
7 years
Published update term · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
7 years
Published security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
Sources
7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updatesGoogle's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Launched with Android 15
Android 15 · One UI 7Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Google Tensor G4Titan M2 security coprocessor.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for GalaxyUK S25 launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. No benchmark is inferred.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
UK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIMUK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacity
Sources
256 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacityDiffers
Sources
8 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
pOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
Sources
No
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Ingress protection claim
Sources
IP68
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
USB connector and data transferDiffers
Sources
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Published network bands
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
Not verified
Authentication
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Proximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Not verified
In the box
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Pixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM toolNo charger is listed in the box.
Not verified
Cover glass
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Not verified
Video recording
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Rear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
Not verified
UK manufacturer reference price
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
£499Google UK Store price for Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) on 26 September 2026, when it was the only in-stock UK Pixel 9a configuration (the 128 GB and other colours showed 'Out of stock'). Not a live offer; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Exact Google UK store configuration
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
_pixel_9a_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
4.47 GHz · 3.5 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
2032-01-31Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Bluetooth version
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (10)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Maximum wired charging power
Not verifiedGoogle lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Satellite SOS
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Not verifiedSatellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Not verified
Expandable storage
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
RAM technology
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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How we calculate scoresGoogle Pixel 9a
256 GB · checked 26 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight186 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width73.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
GoogleGooglePeak brightness2,700 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
GoogleClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
GoogleWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Qi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
GoogleReverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density422.2 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
GoogleClaimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Manufacturer list price£499.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceGoogle
All sources3
- Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configurationGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Google US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Google · accessed 26 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight162 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth70.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.2 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Samsung UKClaimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Up to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel density415.68 ppiCalculated from sources · high confidence
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
sqrt(2340² + 1080²) divided by the published 6.2-inch full-rectangle diagonal.
Samsung Business UKMaximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£859.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Compare Galaxy S25 Series — Display CapabilitiesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Sets the Standard of AI Phone as a True AI CompanionSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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