India, Jan. 31 -- Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is its top-end flagship for 2025, succeeding the S24 Ultra. Now that the phone has been launched, it will compete with other top Android flagships, such as the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, which this year seems to be significantly improved compared to its predecessors.

Both phones retail for similar prices, offering class-leading cameras, displays, and design. This makes a comparison important, as you might be confused about which one to pick: Google's AI smarts and simple software experience or Samsung's versatility and high-end hardware.

When it comes to performance, both phones are quite different, and right off the bat, let us tell you that the Pixel 9 Pro XL is no match for the Galaxy S25 Ultr...