Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 53/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 1,585,585); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 15W
- Better camera (88/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 15/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5200
- Lighter: 162g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1099
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (64/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 44.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (64/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (88/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (97/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.