Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
76
Beebom Score
80
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3", OLED, 120Hz | 6.3", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+13MP+10.8MP/10.5MP (Front) | 50MP+10MP+12MP/12MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4970mAh, 29W | 4300mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | ||
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display, Multimedia, Battery, Software, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Obsidian, Frost, Lemongrass, Indigo | Cobalt Violet, White, Black, Sky Blue, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 20, 2025 | February 25, 2026 | ||
| Availability | August 28, 2025 | March 10, 2026 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,999 | ₹87,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 10
| Type | OLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.3 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2424 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 422 ppi | 411 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 3000 nits | 2600 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26
| Weight | 204 grams | 167 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Armor Aluminium | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass victus 2 | ||
| 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
| Chipset Brand | Samsung | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tensor G5 | Exynos 2600 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Deca-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR DXT-48-1536 | Xclipse 960 |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 10
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 13 MP | 10 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10.8 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Laser Auto Focus, LED Fash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR | Auto HDR, Best Face | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Google Android | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 7 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Reimage, AI Unblur, Best Take, Call assist, Live Translate, Magic Eraser, Zoom Enhance | AI Assistant, AI Document Scanning, AI Image Enhancements, AI Image Signal Processor, AI Stickers, AI suggestions, Circle to Search, Galaxy AI, Photo assist |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26
| Front Camera Resolution | 10.5 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Ultrawide | Wide | ||
| Features | Dual-pixel PDAF | Auto Focus, Face unlock, HDR10+ | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4k@30/60fps | 1080@30fps, 4k@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 10
| Capacity | 4970 mAh | 4300 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 29 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM) | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE, UMTS | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S26
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GNSS, GPS, 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 | Accelerometer, Barometer, E-Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
