The Galaxy S26 Ultra may be dominating the airwaves, but its biggest competitor is $400 cheaper for a limited time

Everyone is talking about the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series, and while those phones certainly deserve the coverage, they aren't the only Android devices worth buying today. 

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, easily one of the best Android phones on the market, is currently $300 off when you buy unlocked at Best Buy. This means you're getting the Galaxy S26 Ultra's biggest competition for a full $400 cheaper than the Samsung phone, no strings attached. What are you waiting for? 

The Pixel 10 Pro XL is currently $400 cheaper than the Galaxy S26 Ultra

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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB: $1,199 $899 at Best Buy

Forget the S26 Ultra, you can buy the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL unlocked from Best Buy today and score a straight $300 off your purchase. This AI-boosted device boasts some of the best camera hardware in the business, plus you get Qi2 accessory support and a seven-year software promise.

In addition to the no-strings discount, Best Buy is also offering up to $450 of extra savings when you trade in an old or broken phone.

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✅Recommended if: you want a modern flagship phone with great cameras, a bright display, and a ton of useful AI features, but you don't want to spend over $1,000; you enjoy using Google Pixel phones.

❌Skip this deal if: you can afford the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra; you can get a better deal through your wireless carrier. 

As described in our 4/5-star review, the Pixel 10 Pro XL boasts a stunning 6.8-inch Super Actua display with a powerful Tensor G5 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and seven years of OS and security upgrades guaranteed. The phone also comes with the latest AI-powered camera features, such as Pro Res Zoom and Auto Best Take, while the implementation of Qi2 Pixelsnap support makes taking selfies and video more fun than ever before. 

That said, comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL with the new Galaxy S26 Ultra is where things get interesting. If you can afford it, the Samsung phone is admittedly more powerful than the Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the lighter frame with S Pen integration may be a major selling point for some folks. On the other hand, the Pixel phone arguably offers better camera features and Gemini AI integration, and again, it's $400 cheaper right now.

So what should you do? Well, if you want to experience the best Android processor on the market and you appreciate slim, lightweight design, the premium Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might be the better choice. If, however, you're looking to save some cash on a great camera phone with AI features and industry-leading haptics, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is the phone for you.