Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 4a 5G
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 40/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 50 MP vs 2 MP; the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 4a 5G
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 232g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 4a 5G, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 36 points higher (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (62/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (62/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (76/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 4a 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 3885 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 2 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | — | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 4a 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 170.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 4a 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (77/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (62/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (76/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 36 points (76/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Google Pixel 4a 5G — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (77/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.