Google gives the 6.3-inch Pixel 10 Pro the same core camera choices as the larger Pro XL. You can keep the phone relatively compact without sacrificing a long lens or the wide-angle selfie camera. The choice between them comes down to the screen you carry, the battery you charge and the space you need.
In depth
Google Pixel 10 Pro review
Published
Best forPhotographers who want a stabilized 5× lens in a relatively compact Android phone.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 6.3 inches
- Refresh rate
- 1–120 Hz
- Processor
- Google Tensor G5
- Storage / RAM
- 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB16GB RAM
- Rear cameras
- 50 MP main48 MP ultrawide48 MP 5× telephoto
- Battery capacity
- 4,870 mAh (typical)
Pros
- The 5× telephoto and autofocus ultrawide cover very different subjects.
- Four capacities, all with 16 GB of memory.
Cons
- The US model uses eSIM, which can complicate travel with a physical prepaid SIM.
- Its magnetic wireless charging tops out at 15 W.
Display
- 6.3-inch LTPO OLED
- 1280 × 2856
- 1–120 Hz
The high pixel count helps keep small type legible on a compact display. There is still less physical room for the keyboard beneath a document than on the 6.8-inch XL. If reading is why you buy a Pro, compare them at the text size you actually use.
Cameras
- 50 MP wide
- 48 MP ultrawide
- 48 MP stabilized 5× telephoto
The ultrawide can focus close for small details, while the telephoto is useful where stepping closer is impossible. Make an optical 5× capture your reference for a distant subject. Google's much higher 100× setting uses computational processing, which calls for different expectations if you are trying to document fine markings.
Performance & Storage
- Tensor G5
- 16 GB RAM
- 128 GB to 1 TB
In Tom’s Guide’s Geekbench and graphics tests, the 10 Pro improved on the 9 Pro but trailed the Galaxy S25+ in both. 1 If you mainly want to open a camera quickly and store its video, moving up a capacity can be a more useful choice than chasing benchmark rankings.
Connectivity & Charging
- US eSIM
- Qi2 up to 15 W
- 4,870 mAh typical
Pixelsnap lets the charger align magnetically, useful on a desk stand where an incoming message might otherwise nudge the phone out of place. Check that a carrier will issue an eSIM before a trip. A spare physical card bought on arrival cannot simply be inserted in this US phone.
Alternatives
The Pro XL gives the same three rear camera modules a bigger viewfinder and adds a 5,200 mAh battery and up to 25 W Qi2 charging. Keep a Pixel 9 Pro if its cameras meet your needs and magnetic charging is of little use at your desk.
Verdict
Pick the smaller Pro for its lenses and handling. The 128 GB model has the full camera system, but a frequent video shooter should budget for local storage or reliable transfers before spending on accessories.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Tom’s GuidePixel 10 Pro review and test findings (opens in a new tab)https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/google-pixel-phones/google-pixel-10-pro-review-a-great-phone-but-it-doesnt-feel-like-much-of-an-upgrade
Exact Pixel 10 Pro and previous-generation CPU and graphics benchmark comparisons.