Samsung
Galaxy S26 Plus
Strong performer
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus takes a top performer and makes it even better, with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 as the centerpiece. It also features faster charging, but there's little else in the form of major upgrades.
Pros
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a gaming and general performance powerhouse
- Faster Qi2 20W wireless charging
- One UI 8.5 available out of the box
Cons
- No inbuilt Qi2 magnets
- Similar design as older Galaxy models
- No camera hardware upgrades
Google
Pixel 10 Pro XL
The Google experience
Google's Pixel 10 Pro XL is loaded with stellar AI features, from Gemini to Camera Coach. It's powered by the Tensor G5 chip with 16GB of memory and up to 1TB of storage. Paired with a great camera system and display, the Pixel 10 Pro XL is one of the best Android flagships on the market.
Pros
- Easy to charge with MagSafe and Qi2 support
- Gemini at the core with Nano and exclusive features like Camera Coach
- Seven years of Android OS upgrade support
- Triple-camera rear system with 5x telephoto lens
Cons
- Mandatory battery and performance throttling at 200 cycles
- Qualcomm still beats Tensor in gaming and raw performance
- Thicker and heavier than Galaxy S26 Plus
