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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Reviewers rate the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra slightly higher: 85 against 83 for the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL.

83

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

Some disagreement · 8 reviews

Suits buyers who want a large, premium Pixel with a top display, cameras and long software support, and who don't mind size, weight and price. Main trade-offs are bulk, weaker gaming performance and a cost that Android Police argues the cheaper Pixel 10 Pro undercuts.

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85

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Reviewers agree · 4 reviews

Suits buyers who want a top-tier Samsung or Android flagship with a standout screen and camera system. The main trade-offs are a high price, AI features that are still developing, and the loss of S Pen Bluetooth features.

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Scores

MeasureGoogle Pixel 10 Pro XLSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Consensus score8385

Reviewers who tested both

2 publications have scored both phones. 2 scored the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra higher.

PublicationGoogle Pixel 10 Pro XLSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Trusted Reviews4/54.5/5
Tom's Guide4/54.5/5

Key specs

SpecGoogle Pixel 10 Pro XLSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
ReleasedAugust 2025January 2025
Launch price (USD)$1,199$1,299
Launch price (UK)£1,199£1,249
Launch price (Europe)€1,299—
Form factorStandardStandard
OSAndroidAndroid
Display6.8″6.9″
Main camera50 MP200 MP
Telephoto lensYesYes
Battery5,200 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired charging45 W45 W
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G5Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Base storage256 GB256 GB
Weight232 g218 g
Water resistanceIP68IP68
Software updates7 years7 years

Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.