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 — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (82/100 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
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 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 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google 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 | 1080x2424 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | — | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 31.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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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 11a and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (77/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100).
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 9 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.