Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G vs Samsung W26: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung W26 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
Samsung W26
Samsung W26 wins overall; Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G takes 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsSamsung W269097
- Camerafrom specsGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G8272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G8840
- Batteryfrom specsGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G6247
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has the bigger battery4,850 mAh vs 4,400 mAh
- Samsung W26 has a sharper main camera200 MP vs 50 MP
- Samsung W26 has the bigger screen6.49" vs 6.3"
- Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 10 MP
- Samsung W26 has the faster chipQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy SM8750-AC vs Google Tensor G6
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung W26 wins — BeastScore 90.0/100
The Samsung W26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP) and bigger screen (6.49" vs 6.3"). The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,850 mAh vs 4,400 mAh).
Larger battery: 4,850 mAh vs 4,400 mAh
Higher-resolution main camera: 200 MP vs 50 MP · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G or Samsung W26?
The Samsung W26 is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP) and bigger screen (6.49" vs 6.3"). The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,850 mAh vs 4,400 mAh). BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G 89.0/100, Samsung W26 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G and Samsung W26?
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a 6.3-inch display and 4850 mAh battery. Samsung W26 has a 6.49-inch display and 4400 mAh battery.
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