Buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

It runs longer, hits harder, and does not freeze up on you like the Pixel does.

What was compared

Google Pixel 10 Pro - Unlocked Smartphone with Gemini - Obsidian - 256 GB | Android phone,... — $789.99
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Unlocked Android Smartphone, 256GB, Black | Privacy Display, Gal... — $977.00

1. Battery that actually lasts, not just claims to
Reviewers directly comparing the two call out the S26 Ultra's battery life as clearly better, while Pixel 10 Pro owners describe real battery anxiety by evening. A phone you have to babysit is not a phone you trust.
2. The Pixel's bug list keeps showing up
Multiple owners report GPS failures, overheating, dropped calls and freezing on the Pixel 10 Pro months after purchase, not just at launch. The S26 Ultra's long term reviews describe smooth daily use instead.
3. Faster chip that shows up in real use
Direct comparisons say the S26 Ultra is more powerful at demanding tasks and notably better at gaming than the Pixel 10 Pro XL. That gap matters the moment you multitask hard or play anything graphically heavy.
4. Extra RAM the Pixel cannot match
The S26 Ultra ships with more RAM than the Pixel 10 Pro, which shows up as fewer reloaded apps and smoother switching under heavy multitasking. On a phone you keep for years, that headroom ages better.
5. Yes, it costs more. Buy it anyway.
The Pixel is cheaper on paper, but a phone that overheats, drops calls and needs a warranty replacement is not actually the better deal. The S26 Ultra's steadier battery, faster chip and cleaner bug record make the extra cost a one time decision instead of a recurring headache.