Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Key differences
- The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL launched ₹5,000 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (₹1,34,999 vs ₹1,39,999).
- The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery: 5,115mAh against 5,000mAh.
Full specifications compared
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Brand | Google Pixel | Samsung |
| Model | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
| India launch date | 12 August 2026 | 26 February 2026 |
| First sale | 20 August 2026 | Not published |
| Launch price | From ₹1,34,999 | From ₹1,39,999 |
| Variants | 12GB RAM + 256GB · 16GB RAM + 512GB | 12GB RAM + 256GB · 12GB RAM + 512GB · 16GB RAM + 1TB |
| Display | 6.8", Super Actua LTPO OLED, 1344x2992, 120Hz, 3,600 nits peak | 6.9", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 3120x1440, 120Hz |
| Screen protection | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Not published |
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear camera | 50MP main + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP telephoto (5x) | 200MP main + 50MP ultrawide + 50MP telephoto (5x) + 10MP telephoto (3x) |
| Front camera | Not published | 12MP |
| Rear video | Not published | 8K@30 |
| Front video | Not published | Not published |
| Battery | 5,115mAh | 5,000mAh |
| Wired charging | Not published | 60W |
| Wireless charging | 25W | Not published |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 16, One UI 8.5 |
| OS updates promised | 7 years | Not published |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 226 g | 214 g |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm | 7.9 mm |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6 | 6.0 |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Fingerprint | Not published | Not published |
| Colours | Canyon, Olive, Fog, Obsidian | Cobalt Violet, Black, Sky Blue, White |
Frequently asked questions
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — which is better?
On our spec score the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is ahead, 8.5/10 against 7.5/10. Spec score = processor tier 30% + camera hardware 25% + display 15% + battery and charging 15% + promised software updates 15%, calculated from the official specifications. It is not a hands-on review. The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL launched ₹5,000 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (₹1,34,999 vs ₹1,39,999). The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery: 5,115mAh against 5,000mAh.