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Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Galaxy S25 Ultra
· 2025

Galaxy S25 Ultra

$1299
88.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.2
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera100/100
Battery86/100
Pixel 10 Pro XL
· 2025

Pixel 10 Pro XL

$1199
87.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.2
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S25 Ultra:
  • ✓14g lighter chassis (218g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 10 Pro XL:
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($1199 vs $1299)
  • ✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+200 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S25 UltraPixel 10 Pro XL
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2XLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.9"6.8"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (498 ppi)2992x1344 (486 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peak3,300 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 15Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP250 MP, f/1.68, OIS
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.4, OIS + 10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/1.948 MP, f/1.7
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.242 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight218 g232 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.46.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1299$1199
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S25 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S25 Ultra ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 100/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S25 Ultra:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 87.2 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP
When to buy Pixel 10 Pro XL:
Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more) · Brighter screen: 3,300 nits peak vs 2,600 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Which phone is better: Galaxy S25 Ultra or Pixel 10 Pro XL?

Galaxy S25 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.2/100 compared to Pixel 10 Pro XL (87.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 87.2 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S25 Ultra and Pixel 10 Pro XL?

Galaxy S25 Ultra is equipped with a 6.9-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 10 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S25 Ultra and Pixel 10 Pro XL?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 100/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 91/100.

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