Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Google Pixel 11 are closely matched overall (within 3 points).
  • Key differences: optical zoom, where Google Pixel 11 has 5× vs 3×; protection, where Google Pixel 11 has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+; model, where Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has Exynos 2500 vs Google Tensor G6.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Google Pixel 11 are closely matched
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE · 76 overall, #68 of 139
73
Google Pixel 11 · 77 overall, #60 of 139
70
Key differences
  • Optical zoomGoogle Pixel 11 5× vs 3×
  • ProtectionGoogle Pixel 11 Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
  • ModelSamsung Galaxy S26 FE Exynos 2500 vs Google Tensor G6

Scores by Category

Galaxy S26 FE wins 6 of 14 categories · Pixel 11 wins 2

CategoryPixel 11Galaxy S26 FELead
Display
Tie
Rear Camera
+7
Power & Battery
Tie
Benchmark
+87
Chip
+8
Memory
+24
Security
Tie
Design & Weight
+8
Miscellaneous
+5
Storage
+37
Cellular
Tie
Front Camera
+8
Connectivity
Tie
Sensors
Tie

Physical Comparison

197 g193 g
Pixel 11Galaxy S26 FE

Pixel 11 is 4 g (2%) heavier than Galaxy S26 FE.

Value for Money

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

Detailed Specifications

Memory

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
RAM capacity
12 GB50% more
8 GB

Storage

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Storage capacity
N/A
128 GB

Display

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Resolution
1080 × 2424 px
1080 × 2340 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Display technology
Protection

Rear Camera

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Rear camera aperture
1.76% less
1.8
Optical zoom
5×67% more
3×
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Yes
Yes
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Yes
Yes

Design & Weight

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Weight
197 g
193 g

Power & Battery

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Battery capacity
4,985 mAh
4,900 mAh
Wireless charging support
Yes
Yes
Fast charging support
Yes
Yes

Benchmark

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Geekbench single-core score
N/A
2,438

Miscellaneous

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
Security updates until
2033
2033
Dust & Water resistance

Security

Feature
Pixel 11
Galaxy S26 FE
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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