Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1099 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,585,585); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the stronger camera (160 vs 157).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $1099 vs $1299
- Better camera (88/100 vs 86/100)
- Better value for money (34/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 5200
- Faster charging: 60W vs 37W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 23W
- Lighter: 214g vs 221g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 23/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (34/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1299 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 54.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.