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Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026
Google128 GB

Pixel 10

6.3″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G5

128 GB · 12 GB RAM · Obsidian · UK specification GK2MPFull product profile
Google Pixel 10 in Obsidian, official product viewObsidian
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the Pixel 10 if…

Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 20 verified differences
Samsung128 GB

Galaxy S26 FE

6.7″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Samsung Exynos 2500

128 GB · Pistachio · UK SM-S741BLGDEUBFull product profile
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE in Pistachio, official product viewPistachio
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

Pixel 10Google Tensor G5

With Titan M2 security coprocessor.

Galaxy S26 FESamsung Exynos 2500

Deca-core. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.

Explore the full specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

0.4″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

Pixel 10
6.3″
Galaxy S26 FE
6.7″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

Pixel 10
Not verified
Galaxy S26 FE
Up to 29h

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

20 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 5 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Typical battery capacity

In Visual facts
Pixel 104970 mAh
Galaxy S26 FE4900 mAh
Sources
Pixel 10

Rated capacity; real battery life depends on use.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Manufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Capacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.

Camera system

Pixel 10Main: 48 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 10.8 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP; Front: 10.5 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Galaxy S26 FERear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Sources
Pixel 10

Optical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display specification

Pixel 10OLED; 2424 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak
Galaxy S26 FE6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 Hz
Sources
Pixel 10

Diagonal published as 160 mm (see the screen size row); 422 ppi; Google also lists up to 2,000 nits (HDR) or more.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Measured as a full rectangle: 171.1 mm (6.7-inch); 166.4 mm (6.6-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Wireless connectivity

Pixel 10Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Galaxy S26 FEWi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.4
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.4.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Update policy

Pixel 107 years of OS and security updates
Galaxy S26 FESecurity updates until 30 September 2033
Sources
Pixel 10

Includes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Distinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.

Battery and charging

Pixel 104970 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 15 W wireless
Galaxy S26 FE4900 mAh
Sources
Pixel 10

Typical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung states 45 W wired charging support. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Configuration & compatibility details (2)

Regional SIM / network configuration

Pixel 10UK model GK2MP; nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S26 FEUK SM-S741BLGDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
Pixel 10

Dual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (67)

Front camera optical stabilisation

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed video playback

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FE29 hours
Sources
Pixel 10

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supported wired charging power

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FE45 W
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung FAQ claim of 45 W wired charging (15 W wireless is stated separately); the spec lists a 10–45 W required charger power. Samsung does not say a charger is included; charge times have not been independently measured.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUBSamsung UK Galaxy S26 FE product page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published support duration

Pixel 107 years
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Android OS upgrade commitment

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FE7 upgrades
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Up to seven major Android OS upgrades from launch software (One UI 9 based on Android 17); not seven upgrades remaining from a later purchase.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE product page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Launch operating system

Pixel 10Launched with Android 16
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Device unlock methods

Pixel 10Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cover glass

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FECorning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Manufacturer states front and back protection with an aluminium alloy frame. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE product page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Exact Google UK store configuration

Pixel 10_pixel_10_obsidian_128gb_unlocked
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.

Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUB

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied items

Pixel 10Pixel 10 · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published network bands

Pixel 105G Sub-6 GHz (model GK2MP) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/76/77/78/79
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published peak brightness

Pixel 103000 nits
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

Pixel 10422 ppi
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

4G FDD LTE

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FEB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5G FDD Sub6

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FEN1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear Camera - Zoom

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FEOptical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FEAccelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
Pixel 10

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Satellite SOS

Pixel 10Not verified
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Satellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model (the Pixel 11 generation lists it), so check before relying on it.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

Pixel 10Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Video recording

Pixel 10Rear camera: 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Digital Video Zoom up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Cinematic Blur, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoom
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Published recording modes; not a measurement of image quality.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

Pixel 10Yes
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified) up to 15 W

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging power

Pixel 1015 W
Galaxy S26 FENot verified
Sources
Pixel 10

Manufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.

Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications
Galaxy S26 FE

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs99 specificationsPixel 10Galaxy S26 FE
152.8 × 72 × 8.6 mm (height × width × depth); 204 g
161.6 x 76.9 x 7.4 mm (height × width × depth)
Form Factor
Sources
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
6.3″
Converted from the published 160 mm diagonal using 25.4 mm per inch. Rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
3000 nitsManufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
422 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
OLED; 2424 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peakDiagonal published as 160 mm (see the screen size row); 422 ppi; Google also lists up to 2,000 nits (HDR) or more.
6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 2340 × 1080; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 171.1 mm (6.7-inch); 166.4 mm (6.6-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
1080 × 2424
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
Not verified
16M
5×
Dedicated telephoto reach
3×
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Not verified8K video workflow · Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Yes
Main: 48 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 10.8 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP; Front: 10.5 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fpsOptical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.
Rear: 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
10.5 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus; f/2.2 aperture; 95° ultra-wide field of view
12.0 MP
YesGoogle lists a multi-zone laser-detect autofocus sensor for all rear cameras and phase-detect (PD) pixels on the rear cameras. Autofocus speed or accuracy is not measured.
Yes
YesOptical plus electronic stabilisation is stated for the wide and telephoto cameras only; OIS on the ultrawide is not stated.
Yes
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
50.0 MP + 12.0 MP + 8.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
Not verified
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
Not verified
Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
Not verified
12.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
29 hoursVideo Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
YesPixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified) up to 15 W
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
4970 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 15 W wirelessTypical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.
4900 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 29 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung states 45 W wired charging support. Samsung lists the charger power required as 10 W minimum to 45 W maximum.
4970 mAhRated capacity; real battery life depends on use.
4900 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
15 WManufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.
Not verified
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
Sources
Not verified
1200
Power Required for Charging (Min / Max, W)
Sources
Not verified
10 / 45
Supported wired charging power
Sources
Not verified
45 WSamsung FAQ claim of 45 W wired charging (15 W wireless is stated separately); the spec lists a 10–45 W required charger power. Samsung does not say a charger is included; charge times have not been independently measured.
Published support term
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
7 yearsPublished support duration · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 years of OS and security updatesIncludes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.
Security updates until 30 September 2033This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Launch operating system
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Launched with Android 16
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
Pixel 10No source recorded
Not verified
7 upgradesUp to seven major Android OS upgrades from launch software (One UI 9 based on Android 17); not seven upgrades remaining from a later purchase.
Google Tensor G5With Titan M2 security coprocessor.
Samsung Exynos 2500Deca-core. Manufacturer specification, not a performance benchmark.
12 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
8 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
UK model GK2MP; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S741BLGDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
IP68Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.
IP68Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent. One page footnote describes the solid-object condition as protection against objects greater than 1 mm, while the rating itself is stated as IP68.
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.4Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.4.
Published network bands
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GK2MP) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/76/77/78/79
Not verified
Device unlock methods
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Not verified
Supplied items
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Pixel 10 · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Not verified
Video recording
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Rear camera: 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Digital Video Zoom up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Cinematic Blur, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoomPublished recording modes; not a measurement of image quality.
Not verified
£699Google UK Store standard price for Pixel 10 Obsidian 128 GB (unlocked); in September 2026 the store was offering it for £549. Retailer prices may differ.
£699Samsung UK price for this configuration in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Exact Google UK store configuration
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
_pixel_10_obsidian_128gb_unlocked
Not verified
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
Not verified
102.0
Number of SIM
Sources
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
Not verified
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM
Sources
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
Not verified
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
Not verified
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
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Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
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Not verified
USB 2.0
Location Technology
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Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
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Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
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Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
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Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
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Not verified
Bluetooth v5.4
NFC
Sources
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
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Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
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Not verified
Android
Sensors
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Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Removable
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Not verified
No
Energy Efficiency Class
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Not verified
A
Video Playing Resolution
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Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
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Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
Pixel 10No source recorded
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Manufacturer states front and back protection with an aluminium alloy frame. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Show unverified (6)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Satellite SOS
Sources
Galaxy S26 FENo source recorded
Not verifiedSatellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model (the Pixel 11 generation lists it), so check before relying on it.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Memory card support
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Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
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Google Pixel 10

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight204 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width72 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesCalculated from sources · medium confidence

Converted from the published 160 mm diagonal using 25.4 mm per inch. Rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Google
Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.

Google
Claimed video playbackNot verified

Not published

Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence

OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.

Google
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified) up to 15 W

Google
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.

Google
RAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density422 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Google
Manufacturer list price£699.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceGoogleGoogle
All sources2
  1. Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Pixel 10 Obsidian 128 GB (unlocked) — Google UK StoreGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight193 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width76.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.4 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.

Samsung
Peak brightnessNot verified

Not published

Claimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence

Video Playback Time (Hours); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.

Samsung
Claimed charging rateNot verified

Not published

Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Samsung
Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

Samsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent. One page footnote describes the solid-object condition as protection against objects greater than 1 mm, while the rating itself is stated as IP68.

Samsung
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified

Not published

Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list price£699.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
  1. Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE technical specifications — SM-S741BLGDEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  2. Samsung UK Galaxy S26 FE product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
  3. Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
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