The Google Pixel 11 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are two of the latest flagship smartphones, often compared for their features, performance, and price. The Pixel 11 Pro starts at 1,199 euros, with the larger Pixel 11 Pro XL priced at 1,399 euros. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is more expensive, costing 1,469 euros, and it received a slightly higher overall rating of 9/10 compared to the Pixel 11 Pro’s 8/10. Both phones have high-resolution screens, though the Galaxy S26 Ultra has a larger 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 3,120 x 1,440 pixels, while the Pixel 11 Pro has a 6.3-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 2,856 x 1,280 pixels. Both devices have nearly identical pixel densities, which affect how clear the screen appears. The Pixel 11 Pro uses Google’s Tensor G6 chip, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which performs better in benchmark tests, especially for gaming. The Galaxy S26 Ultra also has a slightly larger battery (5,000 mAh) compared to the Pixel 11 Pro’s 4,850 mAh. In terms of cameras, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has a more advanced setup, including a 200 MP wide-angle lens, compared to the Pixel 11 Pro’s 50 MP wide-angle lens. Both phones include multiple lenses for different angles and zoom levels, with the Pixel 11 Pro offering a 5x telephoto lens and the Galaxy S26 Ultra providing both 3x and 5x options. Both have high-resolution front-facing cameras, with the Pixel 11 Pro offering a 42 MP sensor and the Galaxy S26 Ultra a 12 MP sensor. The Pixel 11 Pro runs on Android 17 with a clean, "stock" interface, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra uses Android 16 with Samsung’s One UI 8.5, which adds extra features and customization. Both phones are promised seven years of software updates, ensuring long-term support. The Pixel 11 Pro includes Google’s Gemini Intelligence AI, which helps with tasks like translation and photo editing, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra has its own Galaxy AI tools, including a predictive keyboard and an AI-powered file explorer. Both phones are also IP68 certified, meaning they are dust- and water-resistant, and have strong glass protection. In terms of design, the Pixel 11 Pro has a more compact form factor with a photo bar that runs across the entire width of the phone. The Galaxy S26 Ultra, however, is significantly bulkier. It includes features like an anti-reflective screen and a “confidential display” that can hide the screen content from prying eyes. However, the Pixel 11 Pro’s screen has been criticized for its color accuracy and lack of naturalness in HDR, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s screen has slightly worse color accuracy in both SDR and HDR modes. Performance-wise, the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip outperforms the Pixel 11 Pro’s Tensor G6. However, the Pixel 11 Pro struggles with overheating, leading to performance throttling. The Galaxy S26 Ultra supports faster 60-watt wired charging, while the Pixel 11 Pro only offers 30 watts. The Galaxy S26 Ultra does not support the Qi2 wireless charging standard, which is a newer, more efficient version of wireless charging. Both phones have similar battery life in testing, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra lasting just a few minutes less than the Pixel 11 Pro.