Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 68/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4575); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,443,431); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 187g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better camera (79/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (52/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 2 points higher (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Google Pixel 8 by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (79/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (72/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.