Google Pixel 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 11 Pro (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro has the bigger battery (4850 mAh vs 3900); the Google Pixel 11 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,925,523 vs 1,656,761).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1925523 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4850 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Overall rating 66/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Google Pixel 11 Pro scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro leads (50/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (50/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1925523 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4850 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro
- 4850 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 16.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (50/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro leads on performance (83/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.