The Google Pixel 10 Pro has arrived, offering a top-tier smartphone experience in a smaller, more manageable form factor. It stands as a strong contender against the likes of Apple's iPhone 17 Pro for the title of best smaller phone, delivering Google's advanced hardware and software without the bulk of larger devices.
Design and Display
The Pixel 10 Pro sports a sleek and refined design, largely mirroring the aesthetics of its predecessor. It features a polished aluminum frame, a matte glass back, and the iconic camera bar. While the color choices may be more subdued compared to the standard Pixel 10, the overall look exudes premium quality. The device is built with spacecraft-grade aluminum and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for enhanced durability. It has dimensions of 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.6mm and weighs 207g. The device is also IP68 rated for water resistance.
The 6.3-inch QHD+ OLED display is a standout feature, offering vibrant colors, excellent clarity, and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. With a peak brightness of 3,300 nits, the Super Actua display ensures excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. The adaptive refresh rate, ranging from 1 to 120Hz, optimizes battery life by adjusting the screen's refresh rate based on the content being displayed.
Performance and Software
At the heart of the Pixel 10 Pro lies Google's new Tensor G5 chip, built on a 3nm process. While it may not outperform Qualcomm's top-tier Snapdragon chips in raw power, the Tensor G5 offers a significant performance boost over its predecessor, with a reported 35% increase in speed. The octa-core CPU and Mali-G715 MC7 GPU ensure smooth multitasking and handle graphically intensive tasks with ease. Paired with 16GB of RAM, the Pixel 10 Pro delivers a fast and responsive user experience.
The Pixel 10 Pro runs on Android 16, offering seven years of software updates. Google has integrated AI into nearly every aspect of the phone, leveraging the Gemini Nano models for on-device processing to preserve user privacy. Features like Magic Cue proactively provide helpful information within apps. The device also comes with a year of Google AI Pro, providing access to more powerful AI models and increased cloud storage.
Camera Capabilities
The Pixel 10 Pro boasts a powerful camera system, featuring a 50MP main lens, a 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 48MP 5x telephoto lens. The camera excels in various lighting conditions, capturing detailed photos with accurate colors. The 5x telephoto lens offers exceptional zoom capabilities, with good quality images even at 10x magnification. The ultrawide camera is also highly capable, delivering detailed images with a wide field of view and a great macrophotography mode. New features include Pro Res Zoom, which uses AI to capture detail at up to 100x zoom. The front-facing camera is 42MP.
The Pixel 10 Pro also supports video recording at up to 4K60 with all cameras, including 10-bit color. An 8K30 mode is available via cloud-based upscaling. The device also leverages AI for enhanced video stabilization and cinematic effects.
Other Features
The Pixel 10 Pro includes a 4,870mAh battery, providing solid battery life with up to two days of use between charges. It supports Qi2 wireless charging and compatibility with magnetic accessories. The phone also features fast fingerprint and face recognition for secure unlocking.
Pricing and Availability
The Google Pixel 10 Pro starts at £999 (€1,099/$999/A$1,699). It was officially announced on August 20, 2025, and released on August 28, 2025.
