Google has unveiled the Pixel 10 series, comprising the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL, during its recent Made by Google event. A core feature across all models is the incorporation of Google’s new Tensor G5 processor, designed to enhance processing capabilities.
A notable hardware modification in this iteration is the introduction of a triple-camera system in the base Pixel 10 model, marking a departure from previous configurations. In contrast, the Pro models received incremental updates focusing on the processor and camera sensors, refining existing technology rather than introducing entirely new elements.
The Pixel 9, the previous generation, featured a dual-camera setup consisting of wide and ultrawide sensors. The Pixel 10 builds upon this by integrating a telephoto lens. This addition enables 5x optical zoom and extends digital zoom capabilities to 20x through Super Res Zoom technology. The base model incorporates a 48-megapixel wide sensor with Quad phase detection per pixel, intended to improve focus speed and accuracy, particularly in low-light conditions. It also includes a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor to capture a broader field of view.
The Pro models are equipped with a new 50-megapixel wide sensor featuring optical stabilization and Super Res Zoom, offering up to 20x zoom during video recording. In addition, the Pro models include a 50-megapixel telephoto camera, providing 5x optical zoom and increasing the Super Res digital zoom to 100x, expanding the range of digital zoom capabilities.
Screen dimensions remain consistent across the Pixel 10 lineup. The Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro both feature a 6.3-inch display, while the Pixel 10 Pro XL is equipped with a 6.8-inch display. Google has stated that all devices incorporate a new “Actua” display, which increases brightness levels. Specifically, the Pro models can reach up to 3,300 nits of brightness, while the Pixel 10 achieves a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits.
The Tensor G5 chip powers all Pixel 10 devices and is supported by the Titan M2 security chip and a dedicated image processing unit. Google reports that the new chip enhances CPU performance by 34% and TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) performance by 60% compared to the previous generation. This performance increase is intended to facilitate faster processing and enable new AI-driven features.
Google introduced Gemini as a default assistant with the Pixel 9 and related features like Pixel Studio for AI-powered image generation and a redesigned screenshot application. This year, Google has upgraded Gemini Live, enabling visual overlays during video calls. This functionality allows the assistant to provide guidance, such as directions or highlighting specific elements on the screen.
A new feature called Magic Cue has also been introduced. This feature is designed to surface contextual information from various applications. For example, during a call with an airline, Magic Cue can automatically display flight details from the user’s email. Similarly, when communicating with a friend, it can retrieve restaurant reservation details.
The company is also incorporating a Gemini-powered camera coach to provide real-time guidance during photography. This feature offers suggestions regarding framing and composition directly within the camera interface. Besides, features such as real-time translation for phone calls, transcripts for missed or declined calls through call screening, Notebook LM integration with the screenshot app, and a recorder function are being introduced.
The Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro maintain similar pricing structures to their predecessors, with prices of $799 and $999, respectively. The Pixel 10 Pro XL, however, now has a starting price of $1,199, which is an increase from the previous $1,099. This price increase is accompanied by an increase in base storage, which is now 256GB.
