Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 68/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,780,751 vs 1,443,431); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 148); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 187g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1299
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2780751 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 79/100)
- 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 S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 11 points higher (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 2780751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 48.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Google Pixel 8 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.