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Samsung Galaxy A56 5G in Awesome Graphite
Samsung Galaxy A56
vs
Obsidian Google Pixel 9a with 128GB storage, front and back
Google Pixel 9a

Phones

Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Google Pixel 9a: Which Mid-Range Phone Should You Buy?

Our pick is the Pixel 9a for most people: better point-and-shoot photos and cleaner software. Choose the Galaxy A56 for a bigger screen and faster charging.

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Editorial illustration representing the Samsung Galaxy A17; not a product photograph
Samsung Galaxy A17
vs
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G in Awesome Graphite
Samsung Galaxy A56

Phones

Samsung Galaxy A17 vs A56: Is the A56 Worth Paying More For?

Compare the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and A56 5G for speed, cameras, screen, charging and value. See when the A56 is worth paying more for.

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Obsidian Google Pixel 9a with 128GB storage, front and back
Google Pixel 9a
vs
Google Pixel 10a in Obsidian
Google Pixel 10a

Phones

Google Pixel 9a vs Google Pixel 10a

The Pixel 9a is the proven camera-first choice. The Pixel 10a makes sense if you want the newest support period and its group-photo tools at a price you are happy with.

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White Apple iPhone 17 with 256GB storage, front and back
Apple iPhone 17
vs
Black Apple iPhone 16 with 128GB storage, front and back
Apple iPhone 16

Phones

Apple iPhone 17 vs Apple iPhone 16

Choose the iPhone 17 when the prices are similar. Choose the iPhone 16 only if the saving is big enough to accept less smooth scrolling and half the storage.

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Apple iPhone 17e — manufacturer product photograph
Apple iPhone 17e
vs
Black Apple iPhone 16e with 128GB storage, front and back
Apple iPhone 16e

Phones

Apple iPhone 17e vs Apple iPhone 16e

Choose the iPhone 17e for double the storage and magnetic accessories. Choose the 16e only if it is cheaper and battery life matters more to you than those.

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Samsung S95F OLED TV on a stand, showing its slim profile
Samsung S95F
vs
LG G5 OLED — manufacturer product photograph
LG G5

TV & Cinema

Samsung S95F vs LG G5: Which Flagship OLED Should You Buy?

Samsung's S95F and LG's G5 are the two standout 2025-generation flagship OLEDs — we compare brightness, Dolby Vision support, gaming features and price to help you pick between them.

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Black Sennheiser Momentum 5 wireless headphones
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones
Sony WH-1000XM6

Audio

Sennheiser Momentum 5 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: Which ANC Headphones Should You Buy?

Sennheiser's Momentum 5 Wireless and Sony's WH-1000XM6 are two of 2026's best premium ANC headphones, built around genuinely different priorities — we compare battery life, noise cancellation and price.

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Nintendo Switch with Neon Red and Neon Blue Joy-Con controllers
Nintendo Switch
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Nintendo Switch 2 console retail box
Nintendo Switch 2

Gaming

Nintendo Switch vs Switch 2: Is It Worth Upgrading?

If you already own an original Nintendo Switch, here's exactly what changes with the Switch 2 — screen, performance, battery life and price — so you can decide whether now is the right time to upgrade.

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Samsung S85H 65-inch OLED television, front view
Samsung S85H (65-inch)
vs
Samsung S90H (65-inch) — manufacturer product photograph
Samsung S90H (65-inch)

TV & Cinema

Samsung S85H (65-inch) vs Samsung S90H (65-inch)

Buy the S90H while the two cost about the same. Choose the S85H only if it is clearly cheaper and your room does not get strong daylight.

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Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones
Sony WH-1000XM6
vs
Black Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones second generation
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)

Audio

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)

Choose the Sony for travel and switching between phone and laptop. Choose the Bose if comfort on long journeys matters most and the higher price is worth it to you.

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Black Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar
Sonos Beam (Gen 2)
vs
Hisense HS3100 soundbar with its wireless subwoofer
Hisense HS3100

Audio

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) vs Hisense HS3100

Choose the Beam Gen 2 for a compact, speech-first setup. Choose the HS3100 for fuller film sound for much less, if you have floor space for its subwoofer.

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Sky blue Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M5, open with its screen visible
Apple MacBook Air 13 M5
vs
Editorial illustration representing the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4); not a product photograph
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)

Computing

Apple MacBook Air 13 M5 vs Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)

Both suit everyday work equally well. Unless you need something only the M5 offers, let the price decide.

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Nintendo Switch 2 console retail box
Nintendo Switch 2
vs
White Nintendo Switch OLED Model console and dock
Nintendo Switch OLED

Gaming

Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch OLED

Choose the Switch 2 for newer games and better TV play if you mostly play near a charger. Choose the Switch OLED for longer handheld battery life if the games you want are on the original Switch.

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