Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200; estimated prices are $339 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 67/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 1,434,169); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 135); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 228g).

The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 76
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Performance 68
Display 88
Camera 69
Battery 56
Portability 33
Value for money 76
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 1434169
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1588
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3958
  • Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 187g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 69/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $310 vs $339

  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, the Google Pixel 8 scores 1 points higher (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G3 Samsung Exynos 2200
AnTuTu 1443431 1434169
Geekbench Single 1722 1588
Geekbench Multi 4458 3958
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 3088x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 45W
Wireless charging 18W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 148 135
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 10 MP 40 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1750 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm
Weight 187 g 228 g
Price $339 $310
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Main: 108MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 40MP
69
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3088x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Samsung Exynos 2200
67/100 -0.6%
1434169 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$339
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
$310

Price difference: $29. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper by $29.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 68/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (57/100 vs 33/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 69/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.