Like the 2024 Pixel series, Google’s latest Pixel 10 line-up includes both a Pro and a Pro XL model.
It’s not just a bigger size that differentiates the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL from the Pixel 10 Pro. In fact, there are numerous differences that could factor in when deciding between the handsets.
To help you decide, we’ve listed the key differences, alongside their similarities, below. Keep reading to learn more and see whether either Android phone has a chance at making it into our best smartphones list.
Once you’re finished here, make sure you visit our Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 10 Pro comparison too.
Price and Availability
Both handsets are currently available for pre-order, ready for their official launch on August 28.
The Pixel 10 Pro is the cheaper of the two, with a starting RRP of £999/$999 for the 128GB handset.
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Although the Pixel 10 Pro XL has a pricier starting RRP of £1199/$1199, it’s worth noting this is for the 256GB-sized handset instead.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is larger and heavier
Let’s get the most obvious difference out of the way. As its name suggests, the Pixel 10 Pro XL is much bigger than the Pixel 10 Pro. While the Pixel 10 Pro’s display is just 6.3-inches, the same as the entry-level Pixel 10, the XL is 6.8-inches.
Whether you prefer a larger display or not really depends on your own usage. If you play mobile games or use your phone to watch videos, then a considerably larger screen makes more sense.
Either way, both are Super Actua, LTPO-enabled displays with up to 3300 nits peak brightness too. This is unchanged from the Pixel 9 Pro series, which we hailed as offering a vibrant, crisp and detailed picture while “easily giving some of the best screens from Apple and Samsung a run for their money.”
Otherwise, the Pixel 10 Pro XL is slightly heavier at 232g compared to the Pixel 10 Pro’s 207g. Although it’s worth noting that surprisingly, the Pixel 10 Pro XL is actually very slightly thinner at 8.5mm whereas the Pixel 10 Pro is 8.6mm. It’s negligible, but a difference nonetheless.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL offers faster charging
Google has never been one to offer the fastest charging speeds. Sure, the Pixel 10 series especially sees some welcome improvements, but the speeds still falter when compared to the 100W support of the OnePlus 13.
Even so, Google promises the Pixel 10 Pro XL can reach up to 70% battery life in about 30 minutes, while the Pixel 10 Pro should see 50% charge in the same amount of time. This is because the Pixel 10 Pro supports speeds of up to 30W, when paired with a compatible charger, while the Pixel 10 Pro XL supports up to 45W instead.
The entire Pixel 10 series is also equipped with Pixelsnap technology, which is essentially Google’s take on Apple’s MagSafe and supports speedy Qi2 wireless charging. This means the Pixel 10 Pro can see wireless speeds of up to 15W while the Pixel 10 Pro XL benefits from a whopping 25W.
Both run on Google’s Tensor G5 chip
Unlike many other flagship phone series, all phones in the Pixel 10 series benefit from Google’s Tensor G5 processor. The chip, which Google explains is designed for the Gemini era, favours AI capabilities over power, which means we’ll likely see low benchmark scores, especially when compared to other flagship chips like the mighty Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Even so, previous Pixel handsets, like last year’s Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, all performed well in everyday tasks and we rarely noticed any stutter either.
Not only that but Google explains that alongside its AI support, Tensor G5 boasts a custom Imagine Signal Processor (ISP), which the brand promises should deliver “Pixel’s best image and video quality yet.”
Considering Pixel handsets are repeatedly hailed as being among the best camera phones, this is a promising upgrade in, not just the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL, but the entire series.
Both have a Pro triple rear camera system
It’s worth noting that the camera hardware of the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL are not only the same but also remain relatively unchanged from last year’s iterations, bar from a few tweaks. However, remember Google has stated the Tensor G5 chip’s ISP should offer the best image and video quality yet, so we should see an improvement.
Even so, both the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL are made up of a Pro triple rear camera system which includes a 50MP wide, 48MP ultrawide and 48MP 5x telephoto lens. Plus, you can get up to 100x closer, thanks to Pro Res Zoom too.
Hardware aside, both the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL benefit from the inclusion of camera-related AI tools too. Alongside Pixel’s iconic photo and video editing suite, both handsets are also equipped with Camera Coach. The Gemini-powered tool is built into the entire Pixel 10 series, and offers suggestions on angles, lighting and even shooting modes, based entirely on the scene you’re capturing.
Finally, the two handsets also improve on old Pixel favourites, like Add Me and Best Take too.
Regardless of whether you opt for the entry-level Pixel 10 or even the expensive Pixel 10 Pro Fold, you’ll benefit from Google’s plethora of AI tools, thanks to the Tensor G5 processor.
The toolkit is vast, with the likes of Circle to Search, Pixel Screenshots and, of course, built-in Gemini too. There’s also useful everyday tools like Call Screen, which uses AI to deal with spam calls on your behalf, plus Live Translation for when you’re abroad.
Alongside these, the Pixel 10 series introduces a few new tools. Alongside Camera Coach, which we touched upon earlier, there’s Magic Cue which suggests relevant actions based on what you’re doing on your phone at that time. Google explains that if you call your airline, Magic Cue will automatically find your upcoming flight details, so they’re ready for when the company picks up.
Early Verdict
With both fitted with a Pro triple camera system and running on Google’s Tensor G5 processor, it’s a difficult choice between the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. However, if you want a smaller and lighter handset and don’t mind losing some battery capacity in the process, then the Pixel 10 Pro is a better choice.
On the other hand, if you prefer a larger phone and want the very top-end of Google’s Pixel lineup, without splurging on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, then the Pixel 10 Pro XL is an easy win.
We’ll update this guide once we’ve reviewed both the Pixel 10 Pro and the Pixel 10 Pro XL.
