Two compact 6.3-inch flagships. Both have a telephoto, both have AI. The difference is in weight, battery and service availability.
Short answer
Galaxy S26 - lighter (167 g), thinner, 8K video, official service. Pixel 11 - a 4985 mAh battery, 25 W wireless charging, clean Android and Gemini.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Google Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Google Tensor G6 |
| Display | 6.3", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz | 6.3", OLED, 1080×2424, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP | 48 MP + 13 MP + 10.8 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 10.5 MP |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4985 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W / 15 W wireless | 25 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.2 mm / 167 g | 197 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Battery
The Pixel has almost 700 mAh more. Plus 25 W wireless charging vs 15 W.
Weight
At 167 g the Samsung is one of the lightest flagships of the year.
Chips
Samsung Exynos 2600 and Google Tensor G6.
Worth knowing
Pixels aren't officially sold in every country - check availability and warranty where you live.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Lightness and official warranty - Galaxy S26.
- Battery life and Google AI - Pixel 11.
FAQ
Which has the bigger battery?
The Pixel 11 - 4985 mAh.
Which is lighter?
The Galaxy S26 - 167 g.
Is there a telephoto?
Yes, on both.