Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,434,169).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (69/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (69/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Samsung Exynos 2200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1434169 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1588 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3958 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 3088x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 135 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 228 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 34.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (83/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (69/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads on camera score (69/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users.