Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, the choice mostly comes down to portability versus display quality. The Samsung gives you a larger 6.9-inch screen, a sharper 498 PPI display, and its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, while the Pixel is more appealing for its OLED panel. Choose the Samsung for portability; choose the Pixel if display quality matters more.

Over a full contract, the S26 Ultra works out around £924 all-in, about £404 less than the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

Expert Rating
3.9
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen
6.5" 6.9"
Display
OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2342 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
397 498
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
4,806 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
155.2 x 76 x 10.1 mm 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight
239 grams 214 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£29.99/mo (£579.00 upfront) £37.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1797.00 £869.99
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Expert Rating 3.9
10 reviews
4.4
12 reviews
Screen 6.5" 6.9"
Display OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2342 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 397 498
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 4,806 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 155.2 x 76 x 10.1 mm 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight 239 grams 214 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £29.99/mo
£579.00 upfront
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £1797.00 £869.99
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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

24 Months

256GB

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£37.29 a month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £923.96 over the life of the deal from £37.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 397, and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold uses a OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £869.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra use?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is lighter but the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is more compact. It's 25g lighter at 214 grams, though the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is actually the more compact phone at 155.2 x 76 x 10.1 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra run?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.