Side-by-side technical data
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparison between Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Google and Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the pick for performance: its AnTuTu result is well ahead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL. The Pixel suits buyers who value a brighter screen and newer Android; overall, the two phones are closely matched.
The Pixel 11 Pro XL reaches 3600 nits versus 2600 nits for the Galaxy S26 Ultra and uses an LTPO OLED panel. Samsung has more resolution, 1440 × 3120 versus 1344 × 2992 pixels, and 500 ppi versus 482 ppi. The Galaxy’s rear main camera is 200 MP versus 50 MP; the Pixel counters with a 48 MP telephoto camera and 5 x optical zoom, against 10 MP and 3 x.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Pixel 11 Pro XL has a Google Tensor G6. Samsung charges at 60 W versus 45 W and records 55 h per cycle versus 50 h 10 min. The Pixel has Android 17 versus Android 16, a B repairability class versus C, and supports direct OS updates.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is better for buyers who want a brighter display and Android 17 rather than Android 16.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the better fit for performance seekers, with 3,892,165 AnTuTu points versus 1,933,536.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, ahead on Performance & hardware.
| Category | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Performance & hardware | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Camera | 8.5 | 8.6 |
| Connectivity | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Battery & charging | 8.7 | 8.7 |
Which one is for you?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL, if you care about…
- Display Technology
- LTPO OLED
- against Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Peak Display Brightness
- 3,600 nits
- against 2,600 nits
- Repairability Class
- B
- against C
- OS Version
- 17
- against 16
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 3,892,165
- against 1,933,536
- Display Pixel Density
- 500 ppi
- against 482 ppi
- Weight
- 214 g
- against 226 g
- Fast Charge Power
- 60 W
- against 45 W
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Processor Process Size | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| Graphics GPU | IMG CXTP-48-1536 | Qualcomm Adreno 840 |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.x | UFS 4.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.74 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,933,536 | 3,892,165 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 3,710 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 11,284 |
| CPU Description | 7-core CPU: 1x4.1 GHz ARM C1-Ultra, 4x3.4 GHz ARM C1-Pro, 2x2.65 GHz ARM C1-Pro | Octa-core CPU with 2×4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L cores and 6×3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M cores. |
| Processor Type | Hepta-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | — | 7,744 |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Pink, Green, Canyon, Olive, Fog | Black, White, Silver, Blue, Gold, Grey, Purple, Cyan, Pink |
| Body Thickness | 8.5 mm | 7.9 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 76.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Body Height | 162.7 mm | 163.6 mm |
| Weight | 226 g | 214 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 89.6 % | 90.7 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | A |
| Repairability Class | B Best value | C |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,115 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | 60 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 50 h 10 min | 55 h Best value |
| Wireless charging power | 25 W | 25 W |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | 1,200 Best value |
| Reverse wireless charging power | — | 4.5 W |
Display
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | LTPO OLED Best value | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Peak Display Brightness | 3,600 nits Best value | 2,600 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.8″ | 6.9″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,344 px | 1,440 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,992 px | 3,120 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 482 ppi | 500 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 2,000,000 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, LTPO, Mohs Level 4 | Hole-Punch Notch, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, LTPO, DC Dimming, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Anti-reflective coating, Mohs Level 6, Stylus Support |
Sensors
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Cooling System, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 17 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 17 Best value | 16 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes Best value | No |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM Best value |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B21, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 4G LTE B75, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n13, 5G NR n14, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO, Wi-Fi Password Sharing Best value |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | UWB, Satellite Connectivity, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.2, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, eSIM | UWB, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, eSIM, VoLTE, OTA Sync, Tethering, Satellite Connectivity, Computer Sync, DisplayPort output, ANT+ |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR American Head | — | 1.09 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | — | 1.19 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 1.28 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 1.35 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 12,000 Mbps | 12,500 Mbps Best value |
| Max. upload speed | 670 Mbps | 3,500 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 3 Best value | 2 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 1,399 € | — |
| Model numbers | G4HCD, GBC0H | SM-S948B, SM-S948B/DS, SM-S948U, SM-S948U1, SM-S948W, SM-S948N, SM-S9480, SM-S948E, SM-S948E/DS |
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