Google Pixel 10A vs. Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL: How the Cheaper Pixel Matches Up
THE Pixel 10A is now here, bringing a less expensive option to Google Pixel 10 lineup. Starting at just $500, the Pixel 10A is more affordable than the $800 Pixel 10, and it’s significantly cheaper than the $1,000 Pixel 10 Pro and the $1,200 10 Pro XL.
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Still, despite a number of compromises to achieve its lower price, the 10A isn’t too bad. These compromises include using the Tensor G4 processor instead of the new Tensor G5 and the fact that PixelSnap magnetic accessories don’t attach directly to the phone. Still, if you can live without these upgrades, you’re getting a full-featured phone at a relatively low price.
Here’s how the Pixel 10A compares to the rest of Google’s Pixel 10 lineup.
Display
When it comes to display quality, the Pixel 10A compares very well to the rest of the Pixel 10 lineup. It has almost the same exact specs as the Pixel 10, with a 6.3-inch pOLED (the Pixel 10 has a 6.3-inch OLED instead), a resolution of 2,424 x 1,080 pixels, and a variable refresh rate of 60 to 120 Hertz.
Of course, the 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL are more premium. The 10 Pro has a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED, a resolution of 2,856 x 1,280 pixels and a variable refresh rate of 1 to 120 Hertz, while the 10 Pro XL has a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED, a resolution of 2,992 x 1,344 pixels and the same refresh rate.
The Pixel 10A has two rear cameras: a 48-megapixel wide-angle camera and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera.
Cameras
While most Pixel 10 series have at least three rear cameras, the 10A only has two. The 10A has a 48-megapixel camera and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide, while the 10 has a 48-megapixel camera, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide, and a 10.8-megapixel 5x telephoto lens. Both the 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL have a 50-megapixel wide lens, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide, and a 48-megapixel 5x telephoto lens. Both the 10A and 10 have 4K video capture, while the 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL have 8K video capture.
The 10A has a pretty decent front camera with a 13-megapixel selfie camera, while the 10 only has a 10.5-megapixel front camera. The 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL have 42-megapixel front cameras.
Like the rest of the Pixel 10 lineup, the Pixel 10A can use Quick Share to AirDrop photos and files to an iPhone.
Battery and performance
Surprisingly, the Pixel 10A actually has a bigger battery than some of its more expensive brethren. The 10A has a 5,100mAh battery, which is more than the Pixel 10’s 4,970mAh battery as well as the 10 Pro’s 4,870mAh battery. The 10 Pro XL, however, has a slightly larger 5,200mAh battery, which befits its more premium features.
The Pixel 10A has 30W wired fast charging when using a 45W charging adapter, which matches the 30W wired fast charging of the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro. As for wireless charging, the 10A supports up to 10W (Qi certified), which isn’t as good as the 15W Qi2 speed on the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro, and the 25W Qi2.2 speed on the Pixel 10 Pro XL.
CPU-wise, the Pixel 10A has the same Google Tensor G4 as its predecessor, while the more expensive 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL all feature the upgraded Google Tensor G5. The Pixel 10A also only has 8GB of RAM, which is considered the bare minimum these days. In contrast, the 10 has 12GB of RAM while the 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL both have 16GB of RAM.
Check out the table to see more ways the Pixel 10A compares to the rest of the Pixel 10 lineup.
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Google Pixel 10A vs. Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL
| GooglePixel 10A | Google Pixel 10 | GooglePixel 10 Pro | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size, technology, resolution, refresh rate | 6.3-inch pOLED, 2424 x 1080 pixels, 60-120Hz variable refresh rate | 6.3-inch OLED; 2424 x 1080 pixels; Variable refresh rate from 60 to 120 Hz | 6.3-inch LTPO OLED; 2856 x 1280 pixels; Variable refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz | 6.8-inch LTPO OLED; 2992 x 1344 pixels; Variable refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz |
| Pixel density | 422 dpi | 422 dpi | 495 dpi | 486 dpi |
| Dimensions (inches) | 6.1×2.9×0.4 inches | 6×2.8×0.3 inches | 6×2.8×0.3 inches | 6.4x3x0.3 inches |
| Dimensions (millimeters) | 154.7×73.3×8.9mm | 152.8x72x8.5mm | 152.8x72x8.5mm | 162.8×76.6×8.5mm |
| Weight (grams, ounces) | 183 g (6.5 ounces) | 204 g (7.2 ounces) | 207 g (7.3 ounces) | 232 g (8.2 ounces) |
| Mobile software | Android 16 | Android 16 | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| Camera | 48 megapixels (wide), 13 megapixels (ultra-wide) | 48 megapixels (wide), 13 megapixels (ultra-wide), 10.8 megapixels (5x telephoto) | 50 megapixels (wide), 48 megapixels (ultra-wide), 48 megapixels (5x telephoto) | 50 megapixels (wide), 48 megapixels (ultra-wide), 48 megapixels (5x telephoto) |
| Front camera | 13 megapixels | 10.5 megapixels | 42 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
| Video capture | 4K | 4K | 8K | 8K |
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G5 |
| RAM + storage | 8 GB + 128 GB, 256 GB | 12 GB RAM + 128 GB, 256 GB | 16 GB RAM + 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 16 GB RAM + 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Expandable Storage | None | None | None | None |
| Battery | 5,100mAh | 4,970mAh | 4,870mAh | 5,200mAh |
| Fingerprint sensor | Under display | Under display | Under display | Under display |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| Headphone jack | None | None | None | None |
| Special Features | 7 years of Pixel OS, security, and feature removal; Gorilla Glass 3 protective glass; IP68 dust and water resistance; Maximum brightness of 3000 nits; 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio; 45W fast charging (charger not included); Qi-certified 10W wireless charging; SOS by satellite; Wi-Fi 6E; NFC; Bluetooth6; dual SIM (nano SIM + eSIM); Camera coach, add me; Best catch; Magic eraser; Magic Editor; Fix photo blur; Super resolution zoom; Circle to search. Colors: lavender, berry, fog, obsidian (black) | Gorilla Glass 2 Victus glass cover; Maximum brightness of 3000 nits; SOS by satellite; dual eSIM; Wi-Fi 6E; NFC; Bluetooth6; 30W fast charging (wall charger not included); 15W Qi2 wireless charging; support for PixelSnap magnetic accessories; Google VPN; Super resolution zoom up to 20x; Camera trainer; Add me; Macro mode; Facial blurring; Better automatic capture; IP68 rating for dust and water resistance; 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, polished back with satin aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass 2 Victus glass cover; Maximum brightness of 3,300 nits; SOS by satellite; Dual eSIM; Wi-Fi 7; NFC; Bluetooth6; 30W fast charging (wall charger not included); 15W Qi2 wireless charging; support for PixelSnap magnetic accessories; Google VPN; Pro Res Zoom up to 100x; Camera trainer; Add me; Macro mode; Facial blurring; Better automatic capture; High-resolution Portrait mode; IP68 rating for dust and water resistance; 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; Corning Gorilla GlassVictus 2, silky matte back with polished finish aluminum frame; ultra wideband chip | Gorilla Glass 2 Victus glass cover; Maximum brightness of 3,300 nits; SOS by satellite; Dual eSIM; Wi-Fi 7; NFC; Bluetooth6; 45W fast charging (wall charger not included); 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging; support for PixelSnap magnetic accessories; Google VPN; Pro Res Zoom up to 100x; Camera trainer; Add me; Macro mode; Facial blurring; Better automatic capture; High-resolution Portrait mode; IP68 rating for dust and water resistance; 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; Corning Gorilla GlassVictus 2, silky matte back with polished finish aluminum frame; ultra wideband chip |
| The American price starts at | $500 (128 GB) | $800 (128 GB) | $1,000 (128 GB) | $1,200 (256 GB) |
