Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 11 (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 leads — 77/100 vs 66/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 has the bigger battery (4985 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,656,761); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 has the stronger camera (154 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4985 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 168g vs 204g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Google Pixel 11 scores 11 points higher (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (83/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 204 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 16.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (83/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (53/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (83/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.