Google Pixel 11a vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 7563
- Faster charging: 60W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 10W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (86/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Google Pixel 11a by 44.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (86/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 11a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.