They may appear almost the same at first glance, but the significant internal upgrades signify the most vital Pixel launch in years.
Upon initial inspection, the Pixel 10 series seems like Google’s most unexciting release for a long time. I can’t recall the last instance when a Pixel phone resembled its predecessor so closely, but viewing it this way feels akin to making snap judgments.
Beneath the surface lies a completely new processor, the first Google-designed fully in-house without assistance from Samsung, representing the most substantial advancement for Pixels since the inaugural Tensor G1’s introduction in 2021. The Pixel 10 also stands out as the first major Android phone series to include Qi2 MagSafe support, the first U.S. Android device lacking a physical SIM slot, along with numerous other firsts for Google that will surely impress you.
In this hands-on article, our attention is on the base Google Pixel 10, as well as the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. If you’re keen on learning about Google’s third-generation foldable device, take a look at our Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold hands-on!
Google Pixel 10: Specs
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| Category | Pixel 10 | Pixel 10 Pro | Pixel 10 Pro XL |
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| Display | 6.3-inch Actua OLED, 1080 x 2424, 422 PPI, 60-120Hz, 3000 nits | 6.3-inch Super Actua OLED, 1280 x 2856, 495 PPI, 1-120Hz, 3300 nits | 6.8-inch Super Actua OLED, 1344 x 2992, 486 PPI, 1-120Hz, 3300 nits |
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G5 |
| Memory and storage | 12GB, 128GB/256GB | 16GB, 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB | 16GB, 256GB/512GB/1TB |
| Cameras | 48MP main with macro focus, 13MP 120-degree ultrawide, 10.8MP 5x telephoto, 10.5MP selfie | 50MP main, 48MP 123-degree ultrawide with macro focus, 48MP 5x telephoto, 42MP selfie, 8K/30 rear | 50MP main, 48MP 123-degree ultrawide with macro focus, 48MP 5x telephoto, 42MP selfie, 8K/30 rear |
| Security | Titan M2 chip, Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, single-camera face unlock, Google VPN | Titan M2 chip, Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, single-camera face unlock, Google VPN | Titan M2 chip, Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, single-camera face unlock, Google VPN |
| Battery and charging | 4970mAh, 30W wired, 15W Qi2 Pixelsnap wireless | 4870mAh, 30W wired, 15W Qi2 Pixelsnap wireless | 5200mAh, 45W wired, 25W Qi2.2 Pixelsnap wireless |
| Dimensions | 152.8mm x 72mm x 8.6mm | 152.8mm x 72mm x 8.6mm | 162.8mm x 76.6mm x 8.5mm |
| Weight | 204g | 207g | 232g |
| Durability | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front-and back, IP68 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front-and back, IP68 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front-and back, IP68 |
| OS and updates | Android 16, 7 years of OS and security updates (until Android 23) | Android 16, 7 years of OS and security updates (until Android 23) | Android 16, 7 years of OS and security updates (until Android 23) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v6, NFC, Dual-band GPS, 5G mmWave (NA only), 5G Sub-6, LTE | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v6, NFC, Dual-band GPS, 5G mmWave (NA only), 5G Sub-6, LTE | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v6, NFC, Dual-band GPS, 5G mmWave (NA only), 5G Sub-6,
