Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 10a
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5; estimated prices are $1199 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 46/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 1,400,792); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 134); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 10a
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1400792
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 6054
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2305 vs 2296
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $449 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 10a, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 10 points higher (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (79/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (68/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (79/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 10a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1400792 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 2305 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 6054 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.3" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 23W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 134 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $449 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 10a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 10a by 15.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $750. Google Pixel 10a is cheaper by $750.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (90/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (51/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (68/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (79/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 10a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 10a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Google Pixel 10a — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 10a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 10a?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.