Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Critics score the Google Pixel 11 80 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 78 out of 100, from 10 and 9 professional reviews. 8 outlets reviewed both: 3 scored the Google Pixel 11 higher, 2 scored the Samsung Galaxy S26 higher and 3 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Google Pixel 11 2 points ahead.
Image: GoogleGoogle Pixel 11
Praised for: picture quality (3 of 10), performance (3 of 10), battery life (3 of 10)
Criticised for: price (4 of 10), battery life (2 of 10)
All 10 reviews of the Google Pixel 11 →
We earn a commission if you buy through these links. It never changes a score.
Image: SamsungSamsung Galaxy S26
Praised for: performance (7 of 9), battery life (5 of 9), picture quality (4 of 9)
Criticised for: price (4 of 9), battery life (2 of 9)
All 9 reviews of the Samsung Galaxy S26 →
We earn a commission if you buy through these links. It never changes a score.
Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Google Pixel 11 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android Central | 90 | 70 | +20 |
| Engadget | 92 | 80 | +12 |
| WIRED | 80 | 70 | +10 |
| Digital Trends | 80 | 80 | same |
| Expert Reviews | 80 | 80 | same |
| Tech Advisor | 80 | 80 | same |
| Trusted Reviews | 70 | 80 | -10 |
| Tom's Guide | 60 | 80 | -20 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Google Pixel 11 minus the Samsung Galaxy S26. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
Compare either one with another smartphone → · All smartphones ranked →
Common questions
Which is better, the Google Pixel 11 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
Critics rate the Google Pixel 11 higher: 80 against 78. 8 outlets reviewed both: 3 scored the Google Pixel 11 higher, 2 scored the Samsung Galaxy S26 higher and 3 gave both the same score. On average those critics put the Google Pixel 11 2 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the Google Pixel 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Google Pixel 11: critics split, scores from 60 to 92. The Samsung Galaxy S26: critics agree, scores from 70 to 80.