Google Pixel 4 XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 42/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 824,513); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4 XL
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 193g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (31/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (77/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (89/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 70.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 4 XL
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Google Pixel 4 XL are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (77/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (89/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.