Being the more svelte smartphone, I think the Samsung Galaxy S25 generally feels better to handle and use than the Google Pixel 9 Pro. Samsung's phone is smaller than Google's in every dimension and significantly lighter, so naturally, as a small-phone fan, the S25 speaks to me.

Here's our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comparison. We compare the very best Samsung and Google have to offer.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra (256GB) costs $1,299.99. Those interested in buying the phone can pre-order it from the company's website. Regular sales commence on

Samsung's first 2025 flagship releases are out. Here's how to base models compare as we take a look at the Galaxy S25 vs Pixel 9.

Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus ($699) surprised me. With a similar aesthetic appeal to the M3 MacBook Air, the long battery life of the Dell XPS 13 and the snappy connectivity of a Galaxy phone, it encapsulates all the best traits of the devices I’m a fan of — and it does it well.

At Samsung Unpacked S25, Samsung showed off an AI-curated “Now Brief” that transforms the lock screen into a daily report.

The Galaxy S25 series has removed the Samsung Messages app in favor of Google Messages for a better RCS experiance.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9 are top contenders for users seeking powerful smartphones in a smaller form factor. This comparison examines their display, design, camera, performance, battery,