A lot of attention goes to the Pro and the Ultra models of each major company's phone lines, but it's the standard models that end up in the most hands. If you're looking to compare the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Google Pixel 10, I've got the differences here.
Samsung announced the Galaxy S26 at its Unpacked event in February. It gave the base model a battery boost but hiked its starting price by $100 over the Galaxy S25. This comes at a time when Samsung's closest Android rival, Google, is bridging the gap between its base and Pro models. The company added a dedicated telephoto camera to its latest-generation Pixel 10, which helps the Pixel 10 reach the Galaxy S26‘s camera versatility.
Both phones have a 6.3-inch screen, three cameras on the back and exclusive software features — all while sharing the latest Android perks, like Quick Share's new ability to send photos and files over AirDrop to Apple devices. However, the Google Pixel 10 undercuts its Samsung rival by $100, but it comes with half the storage, starting with 128GB. Is it worth saving $100, or does the new Galaxy S26 deserve its new price tag? Here's how the Samsung Galaxy S26 compares to the Google Pixel 10.
The Galaxy S26 has a side panel for app and feature shortcuts.
Design and build
Both Samsung and Google phones have the same display size but offer a different experience. The Galaxy S26 feels more immersive due to its thinner bezels, whereas the Pixel 10 gets brighter in direct sunlight. Both phones are IP68-rated for dust and water resistance, and they both have Gorilla Glass 2 Victus cover glass. So, durability shouldn't be a concern on either device.
Samsung's $899 flagship phone has a 6.3-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2,340 by 1,080 pixels (at 411ppi), while the Pixel 10 packs a 6.3-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2,424 by 1,080 pixels (at 422ppi). The latter has a higher pixel density but the difference is negligible, and you'll have trouble noticing it…