Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Oct 14 by Billy G.

Google Pixel 10
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Decision sheet: the facts that decide it

Google Pixel 10: 13 of 15 decision facts sourced.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: 14 of 15 decision facts sourced.

Google Pixel 10Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Price today$399$26.99
ChipGoogle Tensor G5 store.google.comSnapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy samsung.com
RAM12 GB store.google.com12 GB samsung.com
Storage128 GB, 256 GB store.google.com256GB / 512GB / 1TB samsung.com
Screen size6.3 inches bestbuy.com6.9 in samsung.com
Refresh rate120Hz bestbuy.com120Hz bestbuy.com
Peak brightness3000 nits bestbuy.com2600 nits bestbuy.com
BatteryNot yet sourced5000 mAh samsung.com
Battery lifeOver 24 hours store.google.comUp to 31 hrs video playback samsung.com
Main camera48 MP store.google.com200 MP wide samsung.com
Optical zoom5x bestbuy.com5x samsung.com
Weight0.45 ounces bestbuy.com7.69 ounces bestbuy.com
Water resistanceNot yet sourcedIP68 samsung.com
Wired charging45W store.google.com45 watts bestbuy.com
OS updates7 years store.google.comNot yet sourced
Starting MSRP$799 store.google.com$1,299.99 samsung.com

Not yet sourced — Google Pixel 10: Battery, Water resistance. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: OS updates. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.

Pick Google Pixel 10 if

Pick Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if

Verified Confidence: 98%

Verdict: Both offer 120Hz OLED panels, so choose based on size, camera resolution, and price.

Google Pixel 10 lists at $399 while Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra lists at $26.99 — Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra undercuts Google Pixel 10 by $372.01 (1378%).

Our take: Based on expert reviews and verified owner feedback, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra stands out for snapdragon 8 elite chipset with 12 gb ram. This is the kind of difference you feel in daily use — not just on a spec sheet.

Winner: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Google Pixel 10: 7.2/10

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: 7.8/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Google Pixel 10Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Screen size6.3 inches6.9 in
PanelOLEDOLED
Resolution1080 x 24241440 x 3120
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Peak brightness3000 nits2600 nits
ChipGoogle Tensor G5Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy

Google Pixel 10

What works

  • Tensor G5 chip with 12 GB RAM
  • 45W wired charging
  • IP68 water resistance

What doesn't

  • Battery life only "over 24 hours" without exact figure

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

What works

  • Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with 12 GB RAM
  • 5000 mAh battery with up to 31 hrs video playback

What doesn't

  • Larger and heavier than Pixel 10
  • No published OS update length

Bottom line

Our pick: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

People also ask

How does iphone 17 pro max vs samsung galaxy s25 ultra compare?

The iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch 120Hz LTPO display, A19 Pro chip, and up to 2TB storage starting at $1,199, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 6.8-inch 120Hz QHD+ display, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 200MP camera, and starts at $1,299. The iPhone offers superior video recording and longer software support, but the S25 Ultra provides better zoom photography, S Pen, and more customization.

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