Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Google Pixel 10 Pro (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 73/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,536,042).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Overall rating 73/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1536042
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6191
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4870 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 29W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 11 points higher (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Google Pixel 10 Pro are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1536042 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6191 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4870 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 29W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 29W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Google Pixel 10 Pro by 55.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 10 Pro was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Google Pixel 10 Pro are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.