Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge versus Google Pixel 11, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Samsung is ahead for portability, with a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 513 PPI display, and its Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel; the Pixel is the better match for its OLED panel and a larger 4,985 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Samsung is the better fit for portability, while the Pixel is the one to consider for display quality.

Total contract costs are about level, around £648 for either phone.

Expert Rating
4.0
11 reviews
3.8
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.7"
Display
OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
421 513
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,985 mAh 3,900 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 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 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 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm
Weight
197 grams 163 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
£24.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £25.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£799.00 £459.99
Google Pixel 11 Google Pixel 11 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Expert Rating 4.0
11 reviews
3.8
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.7"
Display OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 421 513
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,985 mAh 3,900 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 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 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 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm
Weight 197 grams 163 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 £24.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£25.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £799.00 £459.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 11

24 Months

256GB

Frost

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

Exclusive Deal Details

£24.99 a month, £9 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

24 Months

256GB

Titanium Jetblack

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£25.79 a month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper on contract at £647.96 over the life of the deal from £25.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 11's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Google Pixel 11 uses a OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

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

The Google Pixel 11 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £459.99.

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

The Google Pixel 11 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.

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

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

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

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is lighter but the Google Pixel 11 is more compact. It's 34g lighter at 163 grams, though the Google Pixel 11 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 11 runs Android 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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.