Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Galaxy S26 Ultra size
The Pixel 11 Pro XL measures 162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm and the Galaxy S26 Ultra measures 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 2.6% more area than the Pixel 11 Pro XL.
- Pixel 11 Pro XL226 g162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm
- Galaxy S26 Ultra214 g163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Pixel 11 Pro XL measures up
| Spec | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy S26 Ultra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.7 mm 6.41 in | 163.6 mm 6.44 in | -0.9 mm (-0.6%) |
| Width | 76.5 mm 3.01 in | 78.1 mm 3.07 in | -1.6 mm (-2.0%) |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm 0.33 in | 7.9 mm 0.31 in | +0.6 mm (+7.6%) |
| Weight | 226 g 8.0 oz | 214 g 7.5 oz | +12 g (+5.6%) |
| Screen | 6.8 in | 6.9 in | -0.1 in (-1.4%) |
| Front footprint | 124.5 cm² | 127.8 cm² | -3.3 cm² (-2.6%) |
What the difference feels like
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is 1.6 mm wider. That is small, but you can feel it when you wrap your hand around the phone, and it adds a little stretch for one-handed typing.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
The Pixel 11 Pro XL is 0.6 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
The Pixel 11 Pro XL is 12 g heavier, which most people will not notice day to day.
Common questions
Is the Pixel 11 Pro XL bigger than the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 2.6% more area than the Pixel 11 Pro XL. Height differs by 0.9 mm and width by 1.6 mm.
Will a Galaxy S26 Ultra case fit the Pixel 11 Pro XL?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.9 mm in height and 1.6 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Pixel 11 Pro XL.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Pixel 11 Pro XL, because it is 1.6 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Pixel 11 Pro XL: manufacturer spec page
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Pixel 11 Pro XL and Galaxy S26 Ultra.