Google Pixel 10 Pro XL focuses on a cleaner, less intrusive software experience with the Pixel launcher on Android 16, faster wired and wireless charging, and a Tensor G5 chipset optimized for AI. The Pro XL sets a record for the largest battery on a Google phone. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra remains one of the top Android phones six months after launch due to Samsung's integrated hardware and software design and longevity. Buyers should weigh Pixel's streamlined UI, AI features, charging and battery advantages against Samsung's comprehensive feature set and long-term durability.
Ahead of last week's Made by Google event, I spent an intimate morning handling both the new Pixel model and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to determine which one deserves a spot in your pocket. The answer is... complicated. With the Pixel, Google is making its most compelling case yet, introducing meaningful upgrades like faster wired and wireless charging, and a Tensor G5 chipset that's well optimized for the AI era.
I wouldn't categorize the latest Pixel launcher (atop Android 16) as bare bones, but it's certainly less intrusive and feature-packed than Samsung's OneUI. There's a handful of customization tools for the home and lock screens, but don't expect to be able to tweak every little aspect of what's in front of you. Naturally, the cleaner aesthetic of the Pixel launcher and the use of an in-house Tensor G5 chipset allow Google to distribute the latest Android features,
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