Google Pixel 10 Pro Review: Smart, Simple and Seriously Good

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Google Pixel 10 Pro Review: Smart, Simple and Seriously Good

Google's Pixel 10 Pro finally gets a TSMC-built Tensor G5 chip, bringing cooler performance and better battery life to its brilliant camera and AI tools.

We spent 5 weeks testing the Pixel 10 Pro as part of our daily routine to see how it holds up beyond the spec sheet. Here is everything you need to know before you buy.

Price and Availability

The Pixel 10 Pro is available now from Google and major retailers starting at $999. Keep an eye out for seasonal sales, as we regularly see discounts during major shopping events.

Key Specifications

SpecPixel 10 Pro
Display6.3" LTPO OLED, 120Hz
ChipTensor G5
RAM16GB
Cameras50MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP 5x
Battery4,870 mAh
Updates7 years

Design and Display

The Pixel 10 Pro feels premium from the moment you pick it up. Google has trimmed the bezels, and the display gets bright enough to read comfortably under direct summer sun. Colors are vivid without being oversaturated, and scrolling is buttery smooth thanks to the adaptive refresh rate.

Camera Performance

We shot hundreds of photos with the Pixel 10 Pro in daylight, at night and indoors. Daylight images are sharp with natural skin tones, while night mode pulls out impressive detail without making scenes look artificial. Video is stable enough for handheld vlogging.

Performance and Battery Life

Apps open instantly and demanding games run at high frame rates without noticeable throttling. In our standardized battery test, the Pixel 10 Pro comfortably lasted a full day of heavy use, with enough left over for the commute home.

Pros and Cons

What we like

  • Best-in-class computational photography
  • Helpful on-device AI features
  • Clean software with seven years of updates

What we don't like

  • Gaming performance trails Snapdragon rivals
  • Charging is still only 30W

Verdict: Should You Buy the Pixel 10 Pro?

The Pixel 10 Pro is the smartest Android phone you can buy and the easiest to recommend to photographers.

Our score: 9.1/10 – Editor’s Choice