Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: I tested both Androids, and it's a close one

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It wouldn't be a hot take to say the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are the two best Android phones right now -- at least in the US market. So if you had the money to upgrade to either phone right now, which one should you buy? The answer is... complicated.

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With the Pixel, Google is making its most compelling case yet, introducing meaningful upgrades like faster wired and wireless charging, and a Tensor G5 chipset that's well optimized for the AI era. The latest Pro XL model, in particular, sets the record for having the largest battery on a ...