Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.8", OLED, 120Hz | 6.9", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+48MP+48MP/42MP (Front) | 200MP+50MP+50MP+10MP/12MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5200mAh, 45W | 5000mAh, 60W | ||
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | ||
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display, Multimedia, Battery and Software | Performance, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Obsidian, Moonstone, Jade | Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 20, 2025 | February 25, 2026 | ||
| Availability | August 28, 2025 | March 10, 2026 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹1,24,999 | ₹1,39,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
| Type | OLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.9 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1344 pixels | 1440 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2992 pixels | 3120 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 486 ppi | 500 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | QHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 3300 nits | 2600 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Weight | 232 grams | 214 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Armour 2.0 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Armor Aluminium | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Armour 2.0 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tensor G5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR DXT-48-1536 | Adreno 840 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 200 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Telephoto | Periscope | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Action Mode, Laser Auto Focus, LED Fash, Macro Mode, Panorama, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR | Best Face, Laser Auto Focus | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Stereo Sound Recording |
Operating System
| Software Name | Google Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Google Android | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 7 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Assistant, Call assist, Gemini Live, Live Translate, Pixel Screenshots | AI Assistant, AI Document Scanning, AI Image Enhancements, AI suggestions, Audio Eraser, Galaxy AI, Photo assist |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
| Front Camera Resolution | 42 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide | Wide | ||
| Features | AI Scene Recognition, Dual-pixel PDAF, HDR Photos | Face unlock, HDR Photos, HDR10+ | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4k@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps, 4k@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 45 W | 60 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM) | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE, UMTS | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6 | 6 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS (L1+L5), NavIC, QZSS | BeiDou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Thermal Sensor | Accelerometer, Barometer, E-Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
