Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1199 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,617,706); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 157); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably lighter (214g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $1199 vs $1299
- Better camera (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Better value for money (27/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1617706
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2296
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6203
- Faster charging: 60W vs 39W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 232g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (27/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $1299 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (84/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (32/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (27/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.