Google Pixel 4 XL vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 193g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (40/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (40/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (54/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 74.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4 XL
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (40/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (54/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.