Google Pixel 11 VS Samsung Galaxy S26
We are comparing the Google Pixel 11 (Google) with the Samsung Galaxy S26 (Samsung). Scroll down to the pros and cons of each phone, in-depth specs, and performance highlights.
Overall Comparison
KEY DIFFERENCES OF Google Pixel 11 AND Samsung Galaxy S26
Here’s how Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26 stack up against each other in their most impactful areas.
Reasons to consider the Google Pixel 11
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16% larger battery (4985 mAh vs 4300 mAh)
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Higher resolution (1080 x 2424)
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20% faster charging (30 W vs 25 W)
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Phone unlock via face
Reasons to consider the Samsung Galaxy S26
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Superior display technology (Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X)
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60% higher AnTuTu v11 score (2993684 vs 1872497)
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31% higher single-core Geekbench score (3378 vs 2575)
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Higher Selfie Camera Resolution of 12 MP
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84% higher multi-core Geekbench score (11097 vs 6027)
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15% lighter at 167g
SPECIFICATION TABLE COMPARISON OF Google Pixel 11 AND Samsung Galaxy S26
Below is the detailed specification table comparing Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26.
Note: Highlighted specs mean that Phone wins that spec row.
If neither side is highlighted, it is a tie or there is not enough data for both specs.
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Samsung Galaxy S26 |
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General Information
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| Brand: | Samsung | |
| Release Date: | August 20, 2026 | March 6, 2026 |
| Mobile SoC: | Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| GPU: | PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 | Adreno 840 |
| Operating System: | Android 17 | Android 16 |
| Weight: | 197 g | 167 g |
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Display
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| Display Size: | 6.3 inches | 6.3 inches |
| Display Resolution: | 1080 x 2424 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Display Pixels Per Inch: | 421 | 409 |
| Display Technology: | OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Display Refresh Rate: | 120 | 120 |
| Display Brightness: | — | 2600 nits |
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Camera
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| Main Camera Setup: | Triple Camera | Triple Camera |
| Main Camera: | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Main Camera Features: | Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama, Pro mode, RAW support, Super Steady video |
| Main Camera Video: | 4K at 24/30/60 fps, 1080p at 24/30/60/120/240 fps | 8K at 24/30fps, 4K at 30/60fps, 1080p at 30/60/120/240fps |
| Selfie Camera: | 10.5 MP | 12 MP |
| Selfie Camera Video: | 4K at 30/60 fps, 1080p at 30/60 fps | 4K at 30/60fps, 1080p at 30fps |
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Standard Lens
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| Megapixels | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Image Resolution | — | 8160 x 6120 |
| Aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.8 |
| Focal Length | 24 mm | 24 mm |
| Sensor | — | Samsung ISOCELL S5KGN3 |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.56" | 1/1.56" |
| Pixel Size | 1 micron | 1.0 micron |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel PDAF | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Stabilization | OIS | Optical |
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Telephoto Lens
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| Megapixels | 10.8 MP | 10 MP |
| Aperture | f/3.1 | f/2.4 |
| Focal Length | 112 mm | 67 mm |
| Sensor | Samsung S5K3J1 | Samsung ISOCELL S5K3K1 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" | 1/3.94" |
| Pixel Size | — | 1.0 micron |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel PDAF | PDAF |
| Stabilization | OIS | Optical |
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Ultra-wide Lens
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| Megapixels | 13 MP | 12 MP |
| Aperture | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
| Focal Length | — | 13 mm |
| Sensor | Sony IMX712 | Sony IMX564 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.55" |
| Pixel Size | — | 1.4 micron |
| Autofocus | PDAF | — |
| Stabilization | Digital | Digital |
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Selfie Lens
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| Megapixels | 10.5 MP | 12 MP |
| Image Resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
| Focal Length | 20 mm | 26 mm |
| Sensor | Samsung S5K3J1 | Samsung S5K3LU |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" | 1/3.2" |
| Pixel Size | 1.22 micron | 1.12 micron |
| Autofocus | PDAF | Phase autofocus |
| Stabilization | Digital | Digital |
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Battery & Charging
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| Battery Capacity: | 4985 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Battery Life (in hours tested): | — | 30 |
| Battery Type: | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Charging Speed: | 30W | 25W |
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Performance
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| RAM: | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage: | 512 GB, 256 GB | 512 GB, 256 GB |
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GEEKBENCH V6
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| Single-Core (V6) | 2575 | 3378 |
| Multi-Core (V6) | 6027 | 11097 |
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ANTUTU SCORE
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| Overall (AnTuTu V11) | 1872497 | 2993684 |
| CPU | 848037 | 984024 |
| GPU | 271374 | 1140841 |
| MEM | 297105 | 413795 |
| UX | 455981 | 455024 |
| Overall (AnTuTu V10) | 1856183 | 3586464 |
| CPU | 840990 | 1039672 |
| GPU | 277185 | 1390228 |
| MEM | 292032 | 419821 |
| UX | 445976 | 736743 |
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Connectivity
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| Network Technology: | 5G | 5G |
| SIM Type: | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
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| USB: | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 |
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Extras & Build
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| Fingerprint Sensor Type: | Under Display | Under display |
| Face Recognition: |
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| Speaker: | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
| Audio Jack: | No | No |
Tip: ▲ indicates a higher-is-better spec advantage, while ▼ indicates a lower-is-better advantage.
PERFORMANCE CHART COMPARISON OF Google Pixel 11 AND Samsung Galaxy S26
The charts below visualize how Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26 stack up in key performance metrics.
Radar Chart Comparison
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SCREEN SIZE COMPARISON OF Google Pixel 11 AND Samsung Galaxy S26
Here’s a proportional visualization of the Google Pixel 11’s 6.3 inches screen compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26’s 6.3 inches display.
Google Pixel 11
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Samsung Galaxy S26
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Release Timeline of Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26
Samsung Galaxy S26 was released 5 months, 14 days earlier than Google Pixel 11.
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Our Verdict
In conclusion, the Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out overall compared to the Google Pixel 11. Its strongest advantages are in Performance and Display. The Google Pixel 11 is the better fit if your top priority is Battery.
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