Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes out ahead overall, scoring 70% to 30% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (4900 mAh vs 4870 mAh).

Google Pixel 10 Pro scored 30%, Samsung Galaxy S26+ scored 70%.

Google Pixel 10 Pro is priced around $899, Samsung Galaxy S26+ around $1099.

How Google Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+ Rank

Google Pixel 10 Pro

Tensor G5 ranks in the top 57% of 37 chipsets we track.

LTPO OLED display ranks in the top 50% of 16 display types we track.

Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.

8K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 69% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Samsung Galaxy S26+

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 ranks in the top 14% of 37 chipsets we track.

Dynamic LTPO AMOLED display ranks in the top 7% of 16 display types we track.

Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.

8K@24/30fps main camera video ranks in the top 63% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Display

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Display size 6.3 in 6.7 in
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Brightness 2200 nits 2600 nits
Display type LTPO OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1440 x 3120

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Camera

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Main camera resolution 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide camera resolution 48 MP 12 MP
Front camera resolution 42 MP 12 MP
Main aperture 1.7 f 1.8 f
Front aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Ultrawide aperture 1.7 f 2.2 f
Optical image stabilization Yes Yes
Main video 8K@30fps 8K@24/30fps
Front video 4K@30/60fps 4K@30/60fps
Camera features Multi-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Battery

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Battery capacity 4870 mAh 4900 mAh
Charge time 30 min 30 min
Wired charging 30 W 45 W
Wireless charging 15 W 20 W
Charging port USB-C USB-C

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Performance

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
RAM 16 GB 12 GB
Storage 128 GB 256 GB
Chipset Tensor G5 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Storage options 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 16GB 256GB, 512GB

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Network & Connectivity

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
5G (sub-6) Yes Yes
5G (mmWave) No No
5G capable Yes Yes
NFC Yes Yes
Bluetooth version 6 6
Wi-Fi generation 7 7
SIM type Nano-SIM/eSIM Nano-SIM/eSIM

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Build & Design

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Weight 207 g 190 g
Thickness 8.5 mm 7.3 mm
Build material Glass/Aluminum Glass/Aluminum
IP rating IP68 IP68
Available colors Moonstone, Jade, Porcelain, Obsidian Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: OS & Software

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Operating system Android One UI 8.5
OS version 16 16
Update policy 7 Updates 7 Updates

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Audio

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Dolby Atmos No No
Stereo speakers Yes Yes
Headphone jack No No

Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Extras & Features

Spec Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Desktop mode No No
Stylus support No No
Satellite connectivity No No
Wireless reverse charging Yes Yes

Where each phone wins

Google Pixel 10 Pro

  • Ultrawide camera resolution: 48 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Front camera resolution: 42 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)
  • Ultrawide aperture: 1.7 f (vs 2.2 f)
  • RAM: 16 GB (vs 12 GB)

Samsung Galaxy S26+

  • Battery capacity: 4900 mAh (vs 4870 mAh)
  • Wired charging: 45 W (vs 30 W)
  • Wireless charging: 20 W (vs 15 W)
  • Display size: 6.7 in (vs 6.3 in)
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (vs 2200 nits)
  • Storage: 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
  • Weight: 190 g (vs 207 g)
  • Thickness: 7.3 mm (vs 8.5 mm)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better battery capacity, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better battery capacity at 4900 mAh, versus 4870 mAh on the Google Pixel 10 Pro.

Which has the better RAM, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro has the better RAM at 16 GB, versus 12 GB on the Samsung Galaxy S26+.

Which has the better storage, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better storage at 256 GB, versus 128 GB on the Google Pixel 10 Pro.

Which has the better display size, the Google Pixel 10 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better display size at 6.7 in, versus 6.3 in on the Google Pixel 10 Pro.