Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $1199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 54/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,617,706); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1617706
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2296
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6203
- Lighter: 162g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1199
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 2 points higher (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (64/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $799 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by 43.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (64/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (51/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.