Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 6
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor; launch prices were $1199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 59/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4614); the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 1,027,182); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 126); the Google Pixel 6 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Google Pixel 6
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 1027182
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 21W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 69/100)
- Lighter: 207g vs 232g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1199
- Better portability (45/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 6, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 17 points higher (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (62/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — 62/100, Google Pixel 6 — 30/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Google Pixel 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 1027182 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 1477 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 3595 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.4" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4614 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 21W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 126 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $599 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 6 by 57.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $600. Google Pixel 6 was $600 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (77/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (90/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (62/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Google Pixel 6 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (77/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users.