A big all-rounder with the S Pen vs a compact AI-focused Pixel. Both run Android, but with very different philosophies.
Short answer
Galaxy S26 Ultra - 6.9" QHD+, S Pen, a 200 MP camera and two telephotos, 60 W, a wide official service network. Pixel 11 Pro - a compact 6.3", Tensor G6, on-device Gemini, a 42 MP front camera.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Google Pixel 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Google Tensor G6 |
| Display | 6.9", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1440×3120, 120 Hz | 6.3", LTPO OLED, 1280×2856, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB, 16/1024 GB | 12/256 GB, 16/512 GB, 16/1024 GB |
| Rear cameras | 200 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP + 10 MP | 50 MP + 48 MP + 48 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 42 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4850 mAh |
| Charging | 60 W / 25 W wireless | 25 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.9 mm / 214 g | 204 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Size
The Pixel 11 Pro is 6.3 inches and 204 g, the Ultra 6.9 inches and 214 g. For one-handed use the Pixel is more comfortable.
Cameras
Samsung - 200 MP and two telephotos. Pixel - 50 + 48 + 48 MP and a 42 MP front camera. Pixel processing is its main trump card.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Google Tensor G6.
Warranty and service
Pixels aren't officially sold in every country, and where they aren't, the warranty comes from the seller. Samsung has a wide official service network.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Zoom, S Pen, official warranty - Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- Compactness and Google AI - Pixel 11 Pro.
FAQ
Is there official Pixel service everywhere?
No, only in countries where Google sells it officially.
Which has the bigger battery?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra - 5000 mAh vs 4850.
Does the Pixel have a stylus?
No.