How to Transfer Data from Google Pixel to Samsung Galaxy S20/S10/S9?

Google is well known for its software, and its native Android system makes it unique. But there are not many highlights in terms of the hardware and features of its products. In contrast, Samsung, a player focused on improving the overall performance of smartphones, has always been a hit in the mobile market and adored by new users. Changing a phone comes with data transfer often, and many of us would find it a hassle to do that. Well, are you thinking about how to transfer from Pixel to Samsung?

OK, this concise page will guide you to accomplish this in the top 4 ways. On top of that, we will also make a brief comparison among them, helping you make a wise choice.

Option 1: Transfer Data from Pixel to Samsung Using Transfer for Mobile

Want to seamlessly transfer all your content from Pixel 5/5a/4/3/3 XL/2 to Samsung quickly in one tap? Just try MobiKin Transfer for Mobile (Win and Mac). You can avail of it to move files from Android to Android, Android to iOS, iOS to Android, iOS to iOS.

It also meets your further personalization, allowing you to choose whether to clear the existing data on the target Android phone before data transfer. This constantly improving software is creating surprises for more Android and iOS users.

What can MobiKin Transfer for Mobile do for you:

• Transfer data between smartphones, irrespective of the OS(es) your mobiles are running on.
• Rapidly process content like contacts, text messages, call logs, music, videos, pictures, documents, and applications.
• End-to-end connection, easy to use, guaranteed results.
• Get on well with overall iPhones, iPads, iPods, and Android devices, such as Pixel 5/5a/5 XL/4/4 XL/4a/3/3a/3 XL/2/2 XL/2a, Samsung Galaxy S20/S20 Plus/S20 Ultra/S10/S10e/S10+/S9/S8/S7/S6, Galaxy Note series, etc.
• It never records privacy from its users.

How to transfer data from Pixel to Samsung with Transfer for Mobile?

Step 1. Connect Android devices to your computer

Install and launch the utility on your computer after the free download. Then, the primary interface asks you to link Pixel and Samsung to the computer. Simply do this with applicable USB cables.

Step 2. Have your devices recognized

You're required to enable USB debugging on the two devices and follow the on-screen prompts to get the devices identified by the software. Then, the main screen will turn up.

See how to enable USB debugging on Google Pixel >>
See how to enable USB debugging on Samsung phone >>

Step 3. Transfer data from Pixel to Samsung

Click "Flip" button to make sure Pixel is the source phone and Samsung is the destination phone. Then, tick on your wanted data types in the middle of the interface, and click on "Start Copy" to kick-start the data transfer.

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Option 2: Transfer Data from Pixel to Samsung Galaxy with Smart Switch

Generally, Samsung Smart Switch is able to transfer data from Android/iOS device to Samsung, covering data like contacts, videos, pictures, music, call logs, SMS, and other device settings. To implement the task, you can download and install it on both devices first. Then, connect them with a USB-OTG adapter. (if they fail to connect, just follow the screen prompts to connect them wirelessly.)

How to transfer data from Google Pixel to Samsung Galaxy using Smart Switch?

Step 1. Enable Bluetooth and WiFi on both devices. Use a USB-OTG adapter to connect both Pixel and Samsung. Next, launch the Samsung Smart Switch on two devices.

Step 2. On your Google Pixel phone, select Samsung device as the recipient and then tap on "CONNECT".

Step 3. Touch "Send" on Google Pixel and tap "Receive" from Samsung. This will create a connection between the two phones.

Step 4. Choose the files you'd like to transfer from Pixel and press "SEND". Finally, turn to your Samsung Galaxy to hit "RECEIVE" to initiate the task.

Option 3: Transfer Data from Google Pixel to Samsung with Google Backup

Many Android smartphones are linked to the Google service. With its backup & restore function, data can also be transferred from Google Pixel to Samsung Galaxy. This process requires a well-functioning WiFi network. Yet also, you may come across Google backup not working. Just check the link if needed.

How to transfer data from Pixel to Samsung S20/S10/S9/S8, etc., via Google Backup?

Step 1. On your Google Pixel, go to its Settings > Backup & reset > Back up my data to run a backup of your data via Google account. (you can also go to its Settings > Accounts > Google > enable the Google backup option to sync your Pixel to Google servers)

Step 2. After the backup is created, unlock your Samsung Galaxy and head to its Settings > Cloud and accounts > Backup and restore.

Step 3. Log in to the same Google account to access the existing backups. Just choose the latest backup to get them restored on Samsung Galaxy.

Check if You Need:

• How to Permanently Erase SIM Card from Android Phone
• 6 Methods to Backup and Restore Samsung S20/S10/S9/S8/S7

Option 4: Transfer File from Pixel to Samsung via Content Transfer App

Designed by Verizon Consumer Group, the Content Transfer app allows you to transfer media files, contacts, call logs, and text messages between Android phones via WiFi. Before the migration, you should get the app from Google Play first.

How do I transfer files from Pixel to Samsung with the Content Transfer app?

• Download Content Transfer on both Pixel and Galaxy before getting it installed.
• On your Google Pixel phone, open the app and hit Start Transfer > Android to Android > Next. This will create a QR code on the Pixel screen.
• Wake up Samsung Galaxy, run the app, and scan the code to establish a connection.
• Select your desired data types and press "Transfer". You can track the procedure of the transfer on the go.
• After that, hit "Done" and check the newly migrated items on the Samsung Galaxy phone.

Round Off

As we can clearly conclude from the table below, as for the connection mode, MobiKin Transfer for Mobile, with the USB point-to-point connection, can ensure the security of data migration. And the last 3 indicators demonstrate that it is the easiest to use and more efficient than other tools or services. Plus, MobiKin is always able to deliver a successful and lossless transfer.

	MobiKin Transfer for Mobile	Smart Switch	Google Backup	Content Transfer
Connection Mode	USB	USB/WiFi	WiFi	WiFi
Running Platform	Co-platform or cross-platform	Limited to Android/iOS to Samsung	Co-platform or cross-platform	Co-platform or cross-platform
Supported Data Types	Almost all the content	Depending on the connected device (includes data like contacts, call logs, media files in general)	Media files, app, contacts, call history, device settings, etc	Mainly media files, contacts, calendars, and reminders
Elapsed Time	Fast	Average	Relatively slow	Average
Ease of Use	Super easy	A bit complicated	Easy	Medium
Failure Rate	Almost no	Occasionally	Now and then	At times

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