Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Here we compared two flagship smartphones: the 6.9-inch Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite) that was released on January 22, 2025, against the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, which is powered by Google Tensor G5 and came out 7 months after. On this page, you will find tests, full specs, strengths, and weaknesses of each of the devices.

Pricing & Release – Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL
Launch Price	$1299	$1199
Release	Feb 2025	Aug 2025

Key Differences

Reasons to consider	Advantages	Description
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra	66% longer battery life (31:10 vs 18:45 hours)	Ideal for heavy users who need extended screen time without frequent charging.
	83% better performance in AnTuTu Benchmark (2758K vs 1508K)	Offers faster overall performance, smoother multitasking, and better gaming.
	Supports Dolby Atmos sound technology	Delivers immersive audio experience, great for movies and music.
	36% faster in single-core GeekBench 6 test (3147 vs 2320)	Ensures quicker app launches and faster everyday performance.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL	64% higher peak brightness (2323 vs 1417 nits)	Easier screen visibility outdoors, even under strong sunlight.
	Better camera quality (DxOMark rating)	More advanced photography and videography capabilities.
	Newer Bluetooth version (v6.0)	Provides improved wireless connectivity and efficiency.
	33% more RAM (16GB vs 12GB)	Handles more apps simultaneously with smoother performance.
	7 months newer	Benefits from newer hardware, features, and longer software support.

Tests and specifications

Comparison table of technical specifications and tests

Display – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
Type	Dynamic AMOLED	OLED	Both high-end OLED tech, but Samsung uses Dynamic AMOLED with better contrast.
Size	6.9 inches	6.8 inches	Very close, Samsung slightly larger.
Resolution	1440 × 3120	1344 × 2992	Samsung offers a higher pixel count.
Aspect Ratio	19.5:9	20:9	Pixel is narrower.
PPI	498	486	Practically similar sharpness.
Refresh Rate	120 Hz	120 Hz	Both smooth and adaptive.
Adaptive Range	1–120 Hz	1–120 Hz	Equal adaptive refresh.
Brightness (max)	–	3300 nits	Pixel rated higher.
Brightness (HDR)	2600 nits	2200 nits	Samsung stronger in HDR.
HDR Support	HDR10+	HDR10+	Same.
Touch Sampling	240 Hz	–	Samsung faster response.
Protection	Gorilla Armor 2	Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Samsung uses newer armor.
Screen-to-body	92.4%	89.5%	Samsung slimmer bezels.
Features	DCI-P3, AOD, DC Dimming	DCI-P3, AOD	Very similar feature set.
Display Tests	RGB: 97.7%, PWM: 240Hz, 1 ms response, ∞ contrast	Limited data	Samsung is tested & verified better.

Design & Build – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
Height	162.8 mm	162.8 mm	Same height.
Width	77.6 mm	76.6 mm	Pixel is slightly slimmer.
Thickness	8.2 mm	8.5 mm	Samsung thinner.
Weight	218 g	232 g	Pixel is heavier.
Waterproof	IP68	IP68	Both certified.
Cooling	Vapor chamber	Vapor chamber	Equal.
Materials	Glass + Metal (Titanium grade 5)	Glass + Metal	Samsung uses premium titanium.
Colors	Black, Silver, Gray, Blue	White, Black, Gray, Green	Different palettes.
Fingerprint	In-display	In-display	Same.

Performance – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Elite	Google Tensor G5	Qualcomm vs custom Tensor.
Max Clock	4.47 GHz	3.78 GHz	Samsung clocks higher.
CPU Cores	8 (2+6)	8 (1+5+2)	Different architecture setups.
GPU	Adreno 830 (1536 units, 1100 MHz)	PowerVR DXT-48 (768 units, 1000 MHz)	Samsung much stronger.
FLOPS	~3379 GFLOPS	~1536 GFLOPS	Samsung 2× GPU power.
Geekbench SC	3147	2320	Samsung +36%.
Geekbench MC	9750	6396	Samsung +52%.
AnTuTu 10	2,758,993	1,508,196	Samsung +83%.

Memory & Storage – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
RAM	12 GB (LPDDR5X)	16 GB (LPDDR5)	Pixel more RAM, Samsung newer type.
Storage	256 GB UFS 4.0	256 GB UFS 4.0	Same storage type/speed.
Expandable	No	No	Neither supports microSD.

Software – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
OS	Android 15 (up to 16)	Android 16	Pixel launches newer version.
UI	One UI 8.0	Stock Android	Samsung has custom skin, Pixel is clean stock.
OS Size	30.4 GB	–	Samsung uses more system storage.

Battery & Charging – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL	Description
Capacity	5000 mAh	5200 mAh	Pixel slightly larger.
Wired Charging	45 W	45 W	Same.
Wireless	25 W	23 W	Samsung a bit faster.
Reverse	Yes (wireless)	Yes (wireless)	Equal.
Fast Charge	72% in 30 min	59% in 30 min	Samsung charges quicker.
Full Charge	59 min	1 hr 22 min	Samsung much faster.
Battery Life (general)	31:10 hr	18:45 hr	Samsung lasts ~66% longer.

Cameras

Main Camera Setup – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL
Primary Sensor	200 MP (1/1.3″, OIS)	50 MP (1/1.31″, OIS)
Telephoto	50 MP (5x)	48 MP (5x)
Ultrawide	50 MP	48 MP
Video	8K 30FPS, 4K 120FPS, 1080p 240FPS	8K 30FPS, 4K 60FPS, 1080p 60FPS
DxOMark	146 (Photo 144 / Video 143)	163 (Photo 165 / Video 160)

Selfie Camera – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL
Megapixels	12 MP	42 MP
Video	4K 60FPS	4K 60FPS

Connectivity & Sound – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

Feature	Galaxy S25 Ultra	Pixel 10 Pro XL
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth	5.4	6.0
USB	Type-C 3.2 (DP 1.2)	Type-C 3.2 (DP)
GPS	GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS	GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
NFC	Yes	Yes
5G	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Stereo (Dolby Atmos)	Stereo
Loudness	93 dB	n/a

FAQs – Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL

1. Which phone has the better display?

Both are excellent, but the Pixel 10 Pro XL achieves higher rated brightness (3300 nits), while the Galaxy S25 Ultra offers better HDR brightness (2600 nits vs 2200 nits), more accurate colors, and faster touch sampling.

2. Which phone is faster in performance?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is significantly faster, scoring 83% higher in AnTuTu and 52% higher in Geekbench multi-core thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and Adreno 830 GPU.

3. Which phone has better battery life?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra lasts much longer — about 31 hours vs 18 hours of general use. It also charges faster (59 minutes vs 1 hour 22 minutes).

4. Which has the better camera system?

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Higher megapixel count (200 MP main, more versatile lens setup).
• Pixel 10 Pro XL: Better camera software tuning, scoring higher on DxOMark (163 vs 146).
• If you want raw megapixels & versatility → Samsung.
  If you want software-optimized photos → Pixel.

5. Which phone is lighter and easier to handle?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is lighter (218 g vs 232 g) and slimmer.

6. Which is better for software updates

• Pixel 10 Pro XL ships with Android 16 and will likely get faster OS updates directly from Google.
• Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with Android 15, but Samsung now offers up to 7 years of updates, very close to Google.

7. Which one is better for gaming?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is far superior for gaming thanks to a stronger GPU (2× performance in FLOPS), higher sustained performance, and better cooling.

8. Which one is more durable?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra uses Titanium Grade 5 and Corning Gorilla Armor 2, making it more scratch and drop resistant compared to Pixel’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

9. Which phone has better value for money?

The Pixel 10 Pro XL is $100 cheaper ($1199 vs $1299) and offers a better camera score and more RAM. However, the Galaxy S25 Ultra justifies its price with superior performance, battery, and durability.

10. Final choice: Which should I buy?

• Choose Galaxy S25 Ultra if you want best performance, battery life, durability, and gaming.
• Choose Pixel 10 Pro XL if you prefer camera performance, stock Android, and a slightly lower price.