Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: I tested both flagships, and the winner is not so obvious

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is one of the hottest new Android phones right now, but how does it stack up to the current champ? Ahead of last week's Made by Google event, I spent an intimate morning handling both the new Pixel model and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to determine which one deserves a spot in your pocket. 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 new Pro XL model, in particular, sets the record for having the largest battery on a ...