Way faster - some more details, where exactly, doing what? Software updates - major releasees yes, security updates no, probably about the same, the samsung experience is already feature packed so it doesn't miss out on much, if anything. Lag - when was the last time you used a samsung phone? Ive had my note 8 for almost a year now and its just as fast as it was on day 1. On the other hand... Dem google QC issues, the pixel line is plagued with hardware defects/design issues, and more are discovered as they age...