Google Pixel 4 vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 10: Which One to Buy?

2019 has been the year of amazing smartphone launches. This year, we saw a launch of the first foldable phone as well. Well, the smartphone industry never disappoints you. After the Apple iPhone launch, it was time for Google to unveil the new Pixel. Pixel new series is packed with a lot of interesting features and specifications. However, today, we are going to talk about Google Pixel 4 and the nearest competitor Samsung Galaxy Note 10.

 

On one side we have an award-winning smartphone – Samsung Galaxy Note 10 which has been awarded one of the best phones of 2019 by CNET’s editor choice and has a price mark of $950 and on the other hand the new Google Pixel 4 which comes with an attractive price of $800 and provides impressive camera claims and innovative new motion-control software.

Let us see how these smartphone stands when compared to various technical factors that will help you decide which one to go for this year.

 

DESIGN

Samsung Note 10 is the clear winner when it comes to design. The sleek body shape with a glossy finish at the backbeats the brick style Pixel 4 design. There is a significant design upgrade on the new Pixel 4. However, it can not stand against the modern Samsung desing.

DISPLAY

The all-new Google Pixel 4 boasts the 5.7inch array with a 90hz refreshing option to make your screen experience faster and smoother. However, this might result in draining the battery faster, and you won’t be able to notice the speed significantly.

On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy Note 10 comes with a larger display of 6.3inch and is thinner than the Pixel. We feel, getting a 90hz feature can’t be the deciding factor for your purchase.

PHONE UNLOCK FEATURE

One thing we think that Google Pixel 4 has offered beautifully is the face unlock feature. It is smart and quick. However, Samsung Note 10 offers an on-screen fingerprint sensor which is quite old-school and hampers the display gradually.

NOTE STYLUS vs GOOGLE GESTURES

Well, we wanted to cover these features as these are the essential differentiator as well for both the brands. Samsung Galaxy Note offers the signature Note Stylus, and Google Pixel 4 offers the quirks of gesture.

We feel the stylus is something that makes a Note a Note. An improvised and smooth experience that lets you do wonders with your smartphone. On the other hand, Google Pixel 4 offers smart gestures like hand motion to click pictures, stop a call etc. They also provide some advance gestures but are not applicable for daily use.

CAMERA FACE-OFF

Google Pixel 4 is packed with 2 powerful camera at the back with telephoto capabilities, and  Samsung Galaxy Note 10 is packed with 3 cameras at the back featuring 1 wide-angle lens. However, when it comes to delivering amazing pictures, Google Pixel 4 takes it away from the Note 10. Well, Google has always been better when it comes to the camera.

So, Pixel 4 certainly delivers excellent performance with its camera setup.

THE ANDROID ADVANTAGE

The great thing about Google is Android updates. Google phones are first to get the latest updates, and that is a cool thing. So, Google Pixel 4 comes with an Android 10 straight out as it is the newest update. However, Samsung Galaxy Note 10 is on Android 9.

Below are the detailed specification comparisons.

Credits – Source 

User Rating 5/5 | Read User Reviews (Google Pixel 4) 4.2/5 | Read User Reviews (Galaxy Note 10) Performance Snapdragon 855 Samsung Exynos 9 Octa Storage 64 GB 256 GB Camera 12.2 MP + 16 MP 12MP + 12MP + 16MP Battery 2800 mAh 3500 mAh Display 5.7″ (14.48 cm) 6.3″ (16 cm) Ram 6 GB 8 GB

KEY SPECS

Front Camera 8 MP 10 MP Battery 2800 mAh 3500 mAh Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Samsung Exynos 9 Octa 9825 Display 5.7 inches 6.3 inches Ram 6 GB 8 GB Rear Camera 12.2 MP + 16 MP 12 MP + 12 MP + 16 MP

SPECIAL FEATURES

Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope Fingerprint Sensor

GENERAL

Quick Charging Operating System Android v10 (Q) Android v9.0 (Pie) Sim Slots Dual SIM, GSM+GSM Dual SIM, GSM+GSM, Dual VoLTE Model Pixel 4 Galaxy Note 10 Launch Date October 31, 2019 (Expected) August 23, 2019 (Official) Brand Google Samsung Sim Size SIM1: Nano SIM2: eSIM SIM1: Nano SIM2: Nano Network 4G: Available (supports Indian bands) 3G: Available, 2G: Available 4G: Available (supports Indian bands) 3G: Available, 2G: Available Fingerprint Sensor

MULTIMEDIA

Fm Radio – Audio Jack USB Type-C USB Type-C Loudspeaker

PERFORMANCE

Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Samsung Exynos 9 Octa 9825 Graphics Adreno 640 Mali-G76 MP12 Processor Octa core (2.84 GHz, Single core, Kryo 485 + 2.42 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 485 + 1.78 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 485) Samsung Exynos 9 Octa 9825 Architecture 64 bit 64 bit Ram 6 GB 8 GB

DESIGN

Thickness 8.2 mm 7.9 mm Width 68.8 mm 71.8 mm Weight 162 grams 168 grams Waterproof  Water-resistant, IP68  Water-resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meters), IP68 Ruggedness Dust proof – Height 147.1 mm 151 mm Colours Just Black, Clearly White, Oh So Orange Aura Glow, Aura Black, Aura White, Aura Pink, Aura Red

DISPLAY

Display Type OLED Dynamic AMOLED Aspect Ratio 19:9 19:9 Bezel-less Display  with punch-hole display Pixel Density 443 ppi 400 ppi Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass v5 Corning Gorilla Glass v6 Screen To Body Ratio Calculated 79.73 % 90.92 % Screen Size 5.7 inches (14.48 cm) 6.3 inches (16 cm) Screen Resolution 1080 x 2280 pixels 1080 x 2280 pixels Touch Screen  Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch  Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch

STORAGE

Internal Memory 64 GB 256 GB Expandable Memory  Up to 1 TB

CAMERA

Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control Exposure compensation, ISO control Camera Features Fixed Focus 10 x Digital Zoom, 2 x Optical Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 Pixels 4000 x 3000 Pixels Autofocus  Phase Detection autofocus  Dual Pixel autofocus Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Continuous Shooting, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Resolution 8 MP Front Camera 10 MP Front Camera Physical Aperture F2.0 F2.2 Optical Image Stabilisation Flash  LED Flash  LED Flash Video Recording 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 3840×2160 @ 60 fps, 1920×1080 @ 240 fps, 1280×720 @ 960 fps

BATTERY

User-Replaceable Type Li-ion Li-ion Quick Charging  Fast Wireless Charging Capacity 2800 mAh 3500 mAh

 

Conclusion!

Okay, the tough call to make here. We feel that Google Pixel offers amazing specs at that price range and if you want best camera performance and Google software upgrades as the key thing then Google Pixel 4 is made for you.

However, if you are someone who is looking to own a slightly premium looking smartphone, we would recommend Samsung Galaxy Note 10 as it is beautiful when it comes to desing, comes with a stylus and the wide-angle lens is the icing on the cake.