Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 11 (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 leads — 77/100 vs 74/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 has the bigger battery (4985 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,933,536); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 has the stronger camera (154 vs 146); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Bigger battery: 4985 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better camera (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 7563
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 204g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Google Pixel 11 scores 3 points higher (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 146 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 11 by 31.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 11 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.