Samsung Galaxy vs. Google Pixel: Which Should You Buy?

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In the U.S., there are two smartphone brands that most people seem to go with—Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy. Both run on the same Android operating system, but that's where most of the similarities end. Let's find out which one might be the best fit for you.

Google is in charge of Android, so people often say that Pixel phones run Android "as Google intended." That's obviously true—Google is controlling the entire software experience—but it's still just one interpretation. Samsung's version of Android—called "One UI"—is every bit as valid. Regardless of which car you choose, Android will be in the driver's seat. So, which road are you choosing?

The Case for Samsung Galaxy

Samsung takes a "maximalist" approach to its Galaxy smartphones. Some of them have massive screens with nearly a half dozen cameras on the back and more features than you can possibly use.

That's pretty much the story on Galaxy phones. If you want an Android smartphone with all the bells and whistles you can imagine, look no further. Of course, not all Samsung phones are the same. The company pumps out phones at many price points.

Power-user features aside, Samsung also has great software support. The company offers seven years of Android updates for newer devices, such as the Galaxy S24 series. Most Samsung devices, however, will get four Android upgrades and five years of security updates. That's still a long time, and it makes your purchase go further.

On the hardware front, Samsung is one company that tends to push the envelope. Motorola and Google have folding phones now, but Samsung has been championing devices with folding displays in the U.S. for longer. More "normal" models, like the Galaxy S24 Ultra, also have tons to offer.

That's the case for Galaxy phones—tons of features, great software support, and high-end hardware. It's hard to go wrong with a Samsung Galaxy phone if you're an Android fan.

The Case for Google Pixel

Google Pixel phones are almost the exact