Google Pixel 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 11 Pro, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Pixel has a sharper 497 PPI display, its LTPO OLED panel, and a larger 4,850 mAh battery; the Samsung mainly responds with its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel and a lighter 162g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Pixel is the better fit for display quality, while the Samsung is the one to consider for portability.

The S25 is the cheaper one to own: around £603 over a typical contract, £345 less than the Pixel 11 Pro.

Expert Rating
3.7
10 reviews
4.1
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.2"
Display
LTPO OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
497 416
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,850 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 17 Android 15
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
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm
Weight
207 grams 162 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£29.99/mo (£199.00 upfront) £17.00/mo (£20.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1029.00 £399.99
Google Pixel 11 Pro Google Pixel 11 Pro Samsung Galaxy S25 Samsung Galaxy S25
Expert Rating 3.7
10 reviews
4.1
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.2"
Display LTPO OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 497 416
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,850 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 17 Android 15
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
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm
Weight 207 grams 162 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £29.99/mo
£199.00 upfront
£17.00/mo
£20.00 upfront
SIM-free £1029.00 £399.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 11 Pro
Google Pixel 11 Pro

24 Months

256GB

Obsidian

150GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£29.99 a month, £199 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S25

24 Months

128GB

Silver Shadow

Refurbished

1GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£17 a month, £20 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £603.00 over the life of the deal from £17.00 per month with £20.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.3", the Google Pixel 11 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Google Pixel 11 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a 50 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 or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 45g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro runs Android 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.