Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes out ahead overall, scoring 62.5% to 37.5% across the categories compared — particularly main camera resolution (50 MP vs 48 MP).

Google Pixel 10 scored 37.5%, Samsung Galaxy S26+ scored 62.5%.

Google Pixel 10 is priced around $649, Samsung Galaxy S26+ around $1099.

How Google Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26+ Rank

Google Pixel 10

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

OLED display ranks in the top 63% of 16 display types we track.

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

Wi-Fi 6E ranks in the top 50% 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.

4K@24/30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 25% 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 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Display

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Display size 6.3 in 6.7 in
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Brightness 2000 nits 2600 nits
Display type OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1440 x 3120

Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Camera

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Main camera resolution 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide camera resolution 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto camera resolution 10.8 MP 10 MP
Front camera resolution 10.5 MP 12 MP
Telephoto zoom 5 x 3 x
Main aperture 1.7 f 1.8 f
Front aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Ultrawide aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Optical image stabilization Yes Yes
Main video 4K@24/30/60fps 8K@24/30fps
Front video 4K@30/60fps 4K@30/60fps
Camera features Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take Best Face, Horizon Lock, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama

Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Battery

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Battery capacity 4970 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 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Performance

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

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

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 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 6 7
SIM type Nano-SIM/eSIM Nano-SIM/eSIM

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

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Galaxy S26+
Weight 204 g 190 g
Thickness 8.6 mm 7.3 mm
Build material Glass/Aluminum Glass/Aluminum
IP rating IP68 IP68
Available colors Indigo, Frost, Lemongrass, Obsidian Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold

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

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 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 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+: Audio

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

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

Spec Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 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

  • Battery capacity: 4970 mAh (vs 4900 mAh)
  • Ultrawide camera resolution: 13 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Telephoto camera resolution: 10.8 MP (vs 10 MP)
  • Telephoto zoom: 5 x (vs 3 x)
  • Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)

Samsung Galaxy S26+

  • Wired charging: 45 W (vs 30 W)
  • Wireless charging: 20 W (vs 15 W)
  • Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
  • Front camera resolution: 12 MP (vs 10.5 MP)
  • Display size: 6.7 in (vs 6.3 in)
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (vs 2000 nits)
  • Storage: 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
  • Wi-Fi generation: 7 (vs 6 )
  • Weight: 190 g (vs 204 g)
  • Thickness: 7.3 mm (vs 8.6 mm)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Google Pixel 10 has the better battery capacity at 4970 mAh, versus 4900 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy S26+.

Which has the better main camera resolution, the Google Pixel 10 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Google Pixel 10.

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

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

Which has the better display size, the Google Pixel 10 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.