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Pixel 10
6.3″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G5
128 GB · 12 GB RAM · Obsidian · UK specification GK2MPFull product profile
Obsidian YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 26 Sept 2026Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 9a
Obsidian
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Pixel 10 if…
- you want a dedicated telephoto lens (5×); the other lists none Source: Google UK Pixel 10 technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Pixel 9a if…
- you want a lighter phone: 186 g vs 204 g Source: Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
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Pixel 9a
6.3″ · pOLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G4
256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Obsidian · UK specification GTF7PFull product profile
ObsidianListed configurations: Pixel 10 128 GB, Pixel 9a 256 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Pixel 9a
18 g lighter.
Published device weight, without a case.
- Pixel 10
- 204g
- Pixel 9a
- 186g
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Pixel 10
- 6.3″
- Pixel 9a
- 6.3″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Pixel 10
- Not verified
- Pixel 9a
- Not verified
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
21 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsPixel 10Google Tensor G5
Pixel 9aGoogle Tensor G4
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsPixel 104970 mAh
Pixel 9a5100 mAh
Sources
Pixel 10
Rated capacity; real battery life depends on use.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
Pixel 10Main: 48 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 10.8 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP; Front: 10.5 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Pixel 9aWide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Sources
Pixel 10
Optical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
No dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Pixel 10OLED; 2424 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak
Pixel 9apOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peak
Sources
Pixel 10
Diagonal published as 160 mm (see the screen size row); 422 ppi; Google also lists up to 2,000 nits (HDR) or more.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Diagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel 1012 GB
Pixel 9a8 GB
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
Pixel 10Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Pixel 9aWi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 15 more verified differences
Update policy
Pixel 107 years of OS and security updates
Pixel 9a7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates
Sources
Pixel 10
Includes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Google's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Launch operating system
Pixel 10Launched with Android 16
Pixel 9aLaunched with Android 15
Sources
Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Battery and charging
Pixel 104970 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 15 W wireless
Pixel 9a5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless charging
Sources
Pixel 10
Typical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Google publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
Pixel 1010.5 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus; f/2.2 aperture; 95° ultra-wide field of view
Pixel 9a13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Supplied items
Pixel 10Pixel 10 · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Pixel 9aPixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dedicated telephoto reach
Pixel 105×
Pixel 9a0×
Sources
Pixel 9a
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Panel technology
Pixel 10OLED
Pixel 9apOLED
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Published peak brightness
Pixel 103000 nits
Pixel 9a2700 nits
Sources
Pixel 10
Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel density
Pixel 10422 ppi
Pixel 9a422.2 ppi
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
Pixel 103
Pixel 9a2
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Sensors
Pixel 10Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Pixel 9aProximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless charging power
Pixel 1015 W
Pixel 9a7.5 W
Sources
Pixel 10
Manufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Manufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
Pixel 10152.8 × 72 × 8.6 mm (height × width × depth); 204 g
Pixel 9a154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
Pixel 10204 g
Pixel 9a186 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Video recording
Pixel 10Rear camera: 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Digital Video Zoom up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Cinematic Blur, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoom
Pixel 9aRear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
Sources
Pixel 10
Published recording modes; not a measurement of image quality.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Small physical differences (3)
Height
Pixel 10152.8 mm
Pixel 9a154.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
Pixel 108.6 mm
Pixel 9a8.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
Pixel 1072 mm
Pixel 9a73.3 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (5)
Storage
Pixel 10128 GB
Pixel 9a256 GB
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
RAM and storage configuration
Pixel 1012 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Pixel 9a8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Pixel 10UK model GK2MP; nano-SIM + eSIM
Pixel 9aUK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Pixel 10
Dual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
UK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Exact Google UK store configuration
Pixel 10_pixel_10_obsidian_128gb_unlocked
Pixel 9a_pixel_9a_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Published network bands
Pixel 105G Sub-6 GHz (model GK2MP) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/76/77/78/79
Pixel 9a5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (13)
Main camera optical stabilisation
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aYes
Sources
Pixel 10
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
Pixel 10Yes
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Google lists a multi-zone laser-detect autofocus sensor for all rear cameras and phase-detect (PD) pixels on the rear cameras. Autofocus speed or accuracy is not measured.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
The wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
Pixel 10Yes
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired charging power
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Google lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsPixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configurationEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Sources
Pixel 10
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Satellite SOS
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Satellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model (the Pixel 11 generation lists it), so check before relying on it.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Satellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video workflow
Pixel 10Not verified
Pixel 9aNot verified
Sources
Pixel 10
Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsPixel 9a
Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
11 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs55 specificationsPixel 10Pixel 9a
Pixel 10Pixel 9aWeightDiffers
Sources
204g
186g
WidthDiffers
Sources
72mm
73.3mm
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
8.6mm
8.9mm
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
152.8 × 72 × 8.6 mm (height × width × depth); 204 g
154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
Sources
152.8 mm
154.7 mm
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabSingle-screen bar phone per the published dimensions.
Colour
Obsidian
Obsidian
Screen size
6.3″
Converted from the published 160 mm diagonal using 25.4 mm per inch. Rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.3″
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
3000 nits
Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.
2700 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
Pixel densityDiffers
Sources
422 ppi
422.2 ppi
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
120Hz
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
Sources
OLED; 2424 × 1080; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peakDiagonal published as 160 mm (see the screen size row); 422 ppi; Google also lists up to 2,000 nits (HDR) or more.
pOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peakDiagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
Display resolution
Sources
1080 × 2424
1080 × 2424
Native telephoto reachDiffers
Sources
5×Dedicated telephoto reach
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
Rear camera modulesDiffers
Sources
3
2
Camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 48 MP (OIS); Telephoto: 10.8 MP, 5x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP; Front: 10.5 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fpsOptical stabilisation is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras, not for the ultra-wide.
Wide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fpsNo dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
Front cameraDiffers
Sources
10.5 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus; f/2.2 aperture; 95° ultra-wide field of view
13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
YesGoogle lists a multi-zone laser-detect autofocus sensor for all rear cameras and phase-detect (PD) pixels on the rear cameras. Autofocus speed or accuracy is not measured.
Not verifiedThe wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
YesOptical plus electronic stabilisation is stated for the wide and telephoto cameras only; OIS on the ultrawide is not stated.
YesListed for the wide camera only; the ultra-wide lists none.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Yes
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Pixel 10No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Wireless charging
Sources
YesPixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified) up to 15 W
YesQi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
Battery and chargingDiffers
Sources
4970 mAh; fast wired charging (30 W+ charger), 15 W wirelessTypical capacity. Up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a separately sold 30 W or higher USB-C PPS charger; Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2-certified). Google figures, not independent tests.
5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless chargingGoogle publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
Sources
4970 mAhRated capacity; real battery life depends on use.
5100 mAhTypical; minimum rated capacity 5,000 mAh.
Wireless charging powerDiffers
Sources
15 WManufacturer 'up to' figure for Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified). Charger/pad requirements and sustained rates are not stated.
7.5 WManufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Published support term
Sources
7 years
Published support duration · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.
7 years
Published update term · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
Update policyDiffers
Sources
7 years of OS and security updatesIncludes Pixel Drops; counted from the model's initial availability, not from your purchase date.
7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updatesGoogle's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Launch operating systemDiffers
Sources
Launched with Android 16
Launched with Android 15
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Google Tensor G5With Titan M2 security coprocessor.
Google Tensor G4Titan M2 security coprocessor.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
12 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK model GK2MP; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (one nano-SIM and eSIM) on the UK model; network bands are listed separately. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIMUK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
StorageConfiguration
Sources
128 GB
256 GB
RAMDiffers
Sources
12 GB
8 GB
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
OLED
pOLED
eSIM only
Sources
No
No
Ingress protection rating
Sources
IP68Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.
IP68
Ports and buttons
Sources
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Sources
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO · Bluetooth 6 with antenna diversity · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Published network bandsConfiguration
Sources
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GK2MP) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/21/25/26/28/29/30/32/38/39/40/41/42/48/66/71/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/14/20/25/26/28/30/38/40/41/66/71/75/76/77/78/79
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
Authentication
Sources
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
SensorsDiffers
Sources
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Proximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
In the boxDiffers
Sources
Pixel 10 · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
Pixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM toolNo charger is listed in the box.
Video recordingDiffers
Sources
Rear camera: 4K video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, 1080p video recording at 24/30/60 FPS, Dual exposure on wide camera, Digital Video Zoom up to 20x; Front camera: 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS; Video features: Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, 10-bit HDR video, Cinematic Blur, Cinematic Pan, Slo-mo video support up to 240 FPS, 4K timelapse with stabilisation, Astrophotography timelapse, Night Sight timelapse; Stabilisation: Optical image stabilisation for video, Fused video stabilisation, Cinematic Pan video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Locked video stabilisation (4K, 1080p), Active video stabilisation (1080p); Formats: HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264), AV1, VP9; Audio: Stereo recording, Speech enhancement, Wind noise reduction, Audio zoomPublished recording modes; not a measurement of image quality.
Rear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
UK manufacturer reference priceDiffers
£699Google UK Store standard price for Pixel 10 Obsidian 128 GB (unlocked); in September 2026 the store was offering it for £549. Retailer prices may differ.
£499Google UK Store price for Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) on 26 September 2026, when it was the only in-stock UK Pixel 9a configuration (the 128 GB and other colours showed 'Out of stock'). Not a live offer; retailer prices may differ.
Exact Google UK store configurationConfiguration
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Cover glass
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Pixel 10No source recorded
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Show unverified (9)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
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Not verified8K video workflow · Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verifiedVideo is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera optical stabilisation
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Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Satellite SOS
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Not verifiedSatellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model (the Pixel 11 generation lists it), so check before relying on it.
Not verifiedSatellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Wired charging power
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Pixel 10No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGoogle lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
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How we calculate scoresGoogle Pixel 10
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight204 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width72 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.6 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Converted from the published 160 mm diagonal using 25.4 mm per inch. Rounded corners reduce viewable area.
GooglePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; test conditions differ between brands.
GoogleClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from initial availability; not seven years remaining at purchase.
GoogleWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2 certified) up to 15 W
GoogleReverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer rating under laboratory conditions; water resistance is not permanent.
GoogleRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density422 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach5×Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
All sources2
- Google UK Pixel 10 technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Pixel 10 Obsidian 128 GB (unlocked) — Google UK StoreGoogle · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Google Pixel 9a
256 GB · checked 26 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight186 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width73.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
GoogleGooglePeak brightness2,700 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
GoogleClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
GoogleWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Qi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
GoogleReverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density422.2 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
GoogleClaimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Manufacturer list price£499.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceGoogle
All sources3
- Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configurationGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Google US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Google · accessed 26 Sept 2026
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