Google Pixel 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a newer model: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra →

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads Google Pixel 11 Pro overall by 5 points (74 vs 69 out of 100).
  • Key differences: optical zoom, where Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has 10× vs 5×; resolution, where Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has 1440 × 3088 vs 1280 × 2856 px; weight, where Google Pixel 11 Pro is 30 g lighter; rear camera (megapixels), where Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has 200 vs 50 MP; model, where Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Google Tensor G6.
  • Best value: Google Pixel 11 Pro (from $1,099) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads overall
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra · 77 overall, #60 of 139
74
Google Pixel 11 Pro · 77 overall, #60 of 139
69
Key differences
  • Optical zoomSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 10× vs 5×
  • ResolutionSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1440 × 3088 vs 1280 × 2856 px
  • WeightGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 30 g lighter
  • Rear cameraSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 200 vs 50 MP
  • ModelSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Google Tensor G6

Scores by Category

Galaxy S23 Ultra wins 6 of 14 categories · Pixel 11 Pro wins 4

CategoryPixel 11 ProGalaxy S23 UltraLead
Display
+7
Rear Camera
+15
Power & Battery
Tie
Benchmark
+73
Chip
+13
Memory
+78
Security
Tie
Design & Weight
+13
Miscellaneous
+13
Storage
+46
Cellular
Tie
Front Camera
+16
Connectivity
+9
Sensors
Tie

Physical Comparison

204 g234 g
Pixel 11 ProGalaxy S23 Ultra

Galaxy S23 Ultra is 30 g (15%) heavier than Pixel 11 Pro.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Detailed Specifications

Memory

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
RAM capacity
N/A
8 GB

Storage

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Storage capacity
N/A
256 GB

Display

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Resolution
1280 × 2856 px
1440 × 3088 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Display technology
Protection

Rear Camera

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Rear camera aperture
1.68
1.7
Optical zoom
5×
10×100% more
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Yes
Yes
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Yes
Yes

Design & Weight

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Weight
204 g13% less
234 g

Power & Battery

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Battery capacity
4,850 mAh
5,000 mAh3% more
Wireless charging support
Yes
Yes
Fast charging support
Yes
Yes

Benchmark

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Geekbench single-core score
N/A
1,913

Miscellaneous

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Security updates until
2033
2028
Dust & Water resistance

Security

Feature
Pixel 11 Pro
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Fingerprint scanner
Yes
Yes

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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