Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4900 mAh
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 7563
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Google Pixel 11a by 38.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.