Pixel 11 Pro XL vs. Galaxy S26 Ultra: There’s only one I’d spend my money on

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra arrived earlier this year to a much more positive reception than its predecessor. Not only is the new flagship thinner than ever, but it has faster charging, camera improvements, and more. Of course, the smartphone market doesn’t stand still. The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has formally arrived, offering a natural alternative to Samsung’s flagship.

Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Which would you pick? 70 votes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 43 % Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 49 % Other (let us know in the comments) 9 %

So, which smartphone should you choose? The answer will vary depending on who you ask, but I’d personally pick the Pixel 11 Pro XL for a variety of reasons.

Galaxy S26 Ultra Pixel 11 Pro XL Display

Galaxy S26 Ultra 6.9-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 3,120 x 1,440 pixels, 120 Hz

Up to 1,600 nits peak brightness

Pixel 11 Pro XL 6.8-inch Super Actua display (1-120Hz)

1,344 x 2,992

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