Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Lemongrass
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Specifications
- Screen Size6.3 inchesRear-Facing Camera48 megapixelsCarrier CompatibilityAT&T, Mint Mobile, T-Mobile, Google Fi, VerizonBuilt-in Storage128 gigabytesPhone Memory (RAM)12 gigabytes
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 6.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Rear-Facing Camera: 48 megapixels
- Carrier Compatibility: AT&T, Mint Mobile, T-Mobile, Google Fi, Verizon
- Built-in Storage: 128 gigabytes
- Phone Memory (RAM): 12 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
- General
- Brand: Google
- Model Number: GA10215-US
- Product Name: Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked)
- Color: Lemongrass
- Series: Google Pixel 10 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Display
- Screen Size: 6.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1080 x 2424 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Display Type: OLED
- Foldable Screen: false
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 3000 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Camera
- Integrated Camera: Rear, Ultrawide, Front, Telephoto 1
- Front-Facing Camera: 10.5 megapixels
- Rear-Facing Camera: 48 megapixels
- Telephoto Camera 1: 10.8 megapixels
- Ultrawide Camera: 13 megapixels
- Optical Zoom: 5x (The optical zoom uses a combination of lenses that magnify the image prior to it being registered at high resolution by the imaging sensor.)
- Digital Zoom: 20x (A digital zoom is accomplished electronically, with no adjustment of the camera's optics, and no optical resolution gained in the process. The existing data is not enhanced or added to, merely displayed at a lower resolution, thereby giving an illusion of an enlarged image.)
- Network
- Carrier: Unlocked
- Carrier Compatibility: AT&T, Mint Mobile, T-Mobile, Google Fi, Verizon
- Network Connectivity: 5G (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a long distance using a cellular network.)
- Unlocked: true (Can be used with any carrier, typically by exchanging the phone's SIM card with another one compatible for the intended area of service. Can be used with a new or existing cellular service plan.)
- Universal Unlocked: true (Can operate on any compatible SIM card and carrier.)
- Mobile Hotspot Capability: true (A hotspot-enabled device is able to connect wirelessly to a cellular network and share the connection via Wi-Fi with nearby compatible devices.)
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Power
- Battery Capacity: 4970 milliampere hours (The amount of energy stored in the battery.)
- Wireless Charging: true
- Wireless Charging Standard: Qi2
- Compatibility
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Features
- Model Family: Google Pixel 10
- Usage Time(s): 24 Hour (All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings.)
- Sensors: Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyro sensor, Magnetometer, Barometer (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
- Mobile Payment Service Supported: Google Pay
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant, Dust resistant, Fingerprint resistant, Scratch resistant
- Maximum Depth Of Water Resistance: 6.5 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP68 (A 4 to 6 character code classifying a product's degree of protection against intrusion of solid particles and liquids as well as impact. Each number in the IP Code denotes a level of protection, determined through testing and published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The first digit represents the degree of protection against solid foreign objects or particles and the second digit represents the degree of protection against water ingress.)
- Security Features: Facial recognition, Fingerprint reader, Passkey
- Built-in Storage: 128 gigabytes
- Performance
- Operating System: Android 16 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Phone Memory (RAM): 12 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) temporarily stores data so that it can be accessed quickly. The size of the RAM determines how efficiently the phone can handle large amounts of information at once, such as switching between several open apps.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 6.4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.17 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 1.04 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.45 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 840353926790
Escape the ordinary with Google Pixel 10. It has Pixel’s most powerful chip, an incredible camera, and Gemini built in to supercharge your productivity and creativity.¹
- Universal Unlocked: Compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. Also compatible with prepaid carriers including Cricket Wireless, MetroPCS, Google Fi, Total Wireless, Tracfone, Visible and Mint.
- The power behind AI on Google Pixel: Google Tensor G5 is Pixel’s most powerful chip yet. It makes Pixel 10 phones even faster, bringing you Google’s most advanced AI, Pixel’s cutting-edge photo and video quality, and an all-day battery life.²,³
- Do more than you think, more easily than you can imagine: Google AI on Pixel helps simplify your life and supercharge your creativity. Use it to brainstorm ideas,¹ create new images, better manage your screenshots, control multiple apps with one command,⁸ and get helpful info before you even have to ask.⁹
- You show, Gemini tells: Share your camera in Gemini Live conversations to have a live back-and-forth chat with Gemini about what you’re seeing.⁰ Show your living room to get help rearranging it. Show your pantry to get dinner ideas using those ingredients. Or show your wardrobe to get styling tips.
- Picture yourself anywhere: Take your photos even further. Imagine yourself in different scenes, combine creative elements, make specific edits and more. It's easier than ever to bring your ideas to life.⁰
- Set your creative ideas in motion: Create a high-quality short video, complete with natural-sounding audio, simply by describing your idea. Or upload an image, explain the scene you want, and see your photo transform with motion and sound.¹⁰
- Get 6 months of the Google One Premium 2 TB plan: Get access to 2 TB of cloud storage from Google One and automatic phone backup for your photos, videos, contacts, and more. Plus, you can share your plan with up to 5 others.
- Powerhouse performance: Pixel 10 runs fast and smooth with 12 GB of RAM. And it’s designed to handle Google’s advanced AI, giving you innovative photo and video editing, and powerful Gemini features.¹
- Easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight: Pixel 10’s 6.3-inch Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness is sharp and vibrant, with better readability outdoors.⁴ And it has a refresh rate up to 120Hz for super smooth scrolling and switching between apps.
- A battery that lasts. And charges fast: Pixel 10 has an all-day battery that can last over 24 hours, and up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver.³ Plus, it has Pixelsnap magnetic technology for effortless wireless charging that snaps into place.
- True-to-life images. Out-of-this-world editing: Pixel 10 has an upgraded advanced triple camera system, with a new 5x telephoto lens and Super Res Zoom up to 20x. So it’s easy to capture stunning photos and videos in almost any light, and make complex edits with a few taps.
- Step up your selfies: Take sharp, clear, share-worthy selfies with the 10.5 MP camera and autofocus.⁵ And when you want to fit more in, the 95° field of view makes it a snap.⁶
- Take the picture. And be in it, too: With Add Me, it’s even easier to make sure that no one’s left out of the photo. Now you can add the photographer to bigger groups and get more creative with the composition.
- Snap your best pics with the help of Gemini: Camera Coach uses Gemini models to read the scene, offer you suggestions, and help you find the best angle and lighting. It can even suggest the best modes for you to use.⁷
- Group pics the whole group loves: With Pixel, it’s a snap to take shareable group pics. After you take the photo, Pixel can automatically find and combine similar photos into one where everyone looks their best.
- Bring all your stuff. Even your passwords: Move contacts, photos, iMessages, and more without losing a thing. It only takes about 20 minutes.¹¹,¹² And if you use Google Password Manager, you can access your passwords once you sign in.
- Universal Unlocked: Compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. Also compatible with prepaid carriers including Cricket Wireless, MetroPCS, Google Fi, Total Wireless, Tracfone, Visible and Mint.
- The power behind AI on Google Pixel: Google Tensor G5 is Pixel’s most powerful chip yet. It makes Pixel 10 phones even faster, bringing you Google’s most advanced AI, Pixel’s cutting-edge photo and video quality, and an all-day battery life.²,³
- Do more than you think, more easily than you can imagine: Google AI on Pixel helps simplify your life and supercharge your creativity. Use it to brainstorm ideas,¹ create new images, better manage your screenshots, control multiple apps with one command,⁸ and get helpful info before you even have to ask.⁹
- You show, Gemini tells: Share your camera in Gemini Live conversations to have a live back-and-forth chat with Gemini about what you’re seeing.⁰ Show your living room to get help rearranging it. Show your pantry to get dinner ideas using those ingredients. Or show your wardrobe to get styling tips.
- Picture yourself anywhere: Take your photos even further. Imagine yourself in different scenes, combine creative elements, make specific edits and more. It's easier than ever to bring your ideas to life.⁰
- Set your creative ideas in motion: Create a high-quality short video, complete with natural-sounding audio, simply by describing your idea. Or upload an image, explain the scene you want, and see your photo transform with motion and sound.¹⁰
- Get 6 months of the Google One Premium 2 TB plan: Get access to 2 TB of cloud storage from Google One and automatic phone backup for your photos, videos, contacts, and more. Plus, you can share your plan with up to 5 others.
- Powerhouse performance: Pixel 10 runs fast and smooth with 12 GB of RAM. And it’s designed to handle Google’s advanced AI, giving you innovative photo and video editing, and powerful Gemini features.¹
- Easy on the eyes, even in direct sunlight: Pixel 10’s 6.3-inch Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness is sharp and vibrant, with better readability outdoors.⁴ And it has a refresh rate up to 120Hz for super smooth scrolling and switching between apps.
- A battery that lasts. And charges fast: Pixel 10 has an all-day battery that can last over 24 hours, and up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver.³ Plus, it has Pixelsnap magnetic technology for effortless wireless charging that snaps into place.
- True-to-life images. Out-of-this-world editing: Pixel 10 has an upgraded advanced triple camera system, with a new 5x telephoto lens and Super Res Zoom up to 20x. So it’s easy to capture stunning photos and videos in almost any light, and make complex edits with a few taps.
- Step up your selfies: Take sharp, clear, share-worthy selfies with the 10.5 MP camera and autofocus.⁵ And when you want to fit more in, the 95° field of view makes it a snap.⁶
- Take the picture. And be in it, too: With Add Me, it’s even easier to make sure that no one’s left out of the photo. Now you can add the photographer to bigger groups and get more creative with the composition.
- Snap your best pics with the help of Gemini: Camera Coach uses Gemini models to read the scene, offer you suggestions, and help you find the best angle and lighting. It can even suggest the best modes for you to use.⁷
- Group pics the whole group loves: With Pixel, it’s a snap to take shareable group pics. After you take the photo, Pixel can automatically find and combine similar photos into one where everyone looks their best.
- Bring all your stuff. Even your passwords: Move contacts, photos, iMessages, and more without losing a thing. It only takes about 20 minutes.¹¹,¹² And if you use Google Password Manager, you can access your passwords once you sign in.
Whats Included
- 1M USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB 2.0)
- SIM Tool
- 1M USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB 2.0)
- SIM Tool
Disclaimers
- ¹ Gemini mobile app availability may vary by country and language. Check responses for accuracy. Internet connection required.
- ² Compared to Pixel 9 phone series.
- ³ Battery life depends upon many factors and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower. Over time, Pixel software will manage battery performance to help maintain battery health as your battery ages. See g.co/pixel/battery-tests and g.co/pixel/batteryhealth for details.
- ⁴ Compared to Pixel 9. Screen has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the screen is 6.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less. Dimension may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. Peak brightness measured at 5% on-pixel ratio.
- ⁵ Reflects megapixels for camera sensor. Camera image resolution output may be less when using default settings.
- ⁶ Not available in all apps or modes.
- ⁷ Results may vary.
- ⁸ Internet connection required. Features may differ depending on subscription and account. Some apps require set-up. Available in select countries and languages.
- ⁹ Available in select countries and languages. Available to users aged 18+.
- ⁰ Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy. Compatible with certain features and accounts. Internet connection required. Available in select countries and languages, and to users aged 18+.
- ¹⁰ Subscription required. Availability varies. 18+.
- ¹¹ Some third-party apps and data may not be transferred automatically. Visit g.co/pixel/copydatahelp for information.
- ¹² Average transfer time reflected based on wired data transfers. Excludes some download and installation activity that occurs in the background. Actual transfer time will vary depending on the number and size of files. See g.co/pixel/copydatahelp for more information on transferring data.
- Offer valid 11/20/25–12/27/25. Offer applies to unlocked Pixel devices only. Trade-in savings for online transaction cannot exceed the phone purchase price. Valid only on trade-in of a smartphone in good working condition. Upon trade-in of an eligible phone, customer will receive value toward Google Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL and 10 Pro Fold with trade-in. Trade-in offer does not apply to prepaid phones.
- At time of purchase, customer's trade-in phone will be evaluated, and savings will be applied to purchase transaction. Upon date of fulfillment, customer must trade in same phone in same condition. $700 total savings is based on $500 savings-based trade-in value of Google Pixel 9 Pro XL plus $200 instant savings applied toward the purchase of Google Pixel 10 128GB.
- If trade-in phone or condition changes, value of trade-in savings will no longer be valid and phone purchase is subject to cancellation. Fulfillment subject to phone availability. Offer is not valid if not redeemed during promotional period. Taxes/surcharges due at time of purchase. Taxes applied to price of phone prior to the trade-in credit. Not all phones are eligible for trade-in and trade-in value may vary. Customer must own trade-in phone.
- Condition, documentation and accessories may affect value. Product condition includes but is not limited to scratches, dents, labels, stickers, and other factors. Excludes phones that are cracked or that lack power. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation.
- You will be required to agree to the terms & conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Not compatible with other trade-in offers. See BestBuy.com/TradeIn or a Blue Shirt for details.
- ¹ Gemini mobile app availability may vary by country and language. Check responses for accuracy. Internet connection required.
- ² Compared to Pixel 9 phone series.
- ³ Battery life depends upon many factors and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower. Over time, Pixel software will manage battery performance to help maintain battery health as your battery ages. See g.co/pixel/battery-tests and g.co/pixel/batteryhealth for details.
- ⁴ Compared to Pixel 9. Screen has rounded corners. When measured diagonally as a rectangle, the screen is 6.3 inches. Actual viewable area is less. Dimension may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. Peak brightness measured at 5% on-pixel ratio.
- ⁵ Reflects megapixels for camera sensor. Camera image resolution output may be less when using default settings.
- ⁶ Not available in all apps or modes.
- ⁷ Results may vary.
- ⁸ Internet connection required. Features may differ depending on subscription and account. Some apps require set-up. Available in select countries and languages.
- ⁹ Available in select countries and languages. Available to users aged 18+.
- ⁰ Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy. Compatible with certain features and accounts. Internet connection required. Available in select countries and languages, and to users aged 18+.
- ¹⁰ Subscription required. Availability varies. 18+.
- ¹¹ Some third-party apps and data may not be transferred automatically. Visit g.co/pixel/copydatahelp for information.
- ¹² Average transfer time reflected based on wired data transfers. Excludes some download and installation activity that occurs in the background. Actual transfer time will vary depending on the number and size of files. See g.co/pixel/copydatahelp for more information on transferring data.
- Offer valid 11/20/25–12/27/25. Offer applies to unlocked Pixel devices only. Trade-in savings for online transaction cannot exceed the phone purchase price. Valid only on trade-in of a smartphone in good working condition. Upon trade-in of an eligible phone, customer will receive value toward Google Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL and 10 Pro Fold with trade-in. Trade-in offer does not apply to prepaid phones.
- At time of purchase, customer's trade-in phone will be evaluated, and savings will be applied to purchase transaction. Upon date of fulfillment, customer must trade in same phone in same condition. $700 total savings is based on $500 savings-based trade-in value of Google Pixel 9 Pro XL plus $200 instant savings applied toward the purchase of Google Pixel 10 128GB.
- If trade-in phone or condition changes, value of trade-in savings will no longer be valid and phone purchase is subject to cancellation. Fulfillment subject to phone availability. Offer is not valid if not redeemed during promotional period. Taxes/surcharges due at time of purchase. Taxes applied to price of phone prior to the trade-in credit. Not all phones are eligible for trade-in and trade-in value may vary. Customer must own trade-in phone.
- Condition, documentation and accessories may affect value. Product condition includes but is not limited to scratches, dents, labels, stickers, and other factors. Excludes phones that are cracked or that lack power. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation.
- You will be required to agree to the terms & conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Not compatible with other trade-in offers. See BestBuy.com/TradeIn or a Blue Shirt for details.
Q: What is the refresh rate of the phone's screen?
A: The refresh rate of the phone's screen is 120Hz.
Q: What Google Assistant features are available on this phone?
A: Google Assistant is built-in to this phone.
Q: Does this phone have mobile hotspot capability?
A: Yes, this phone has mobile hotspot capability.
Q: How much RAM does the Pixel 10 have?
A: The Pixel 10 has 12 GB of RAM.
Q: What type of security features does this phone have?
A: This phone has facial recognition as a security feature.
Q: What is the maximum digital zoom supported by the rear camera?
A: The rear camera supports digital zoom up to 20x.
Q: Does the phone support wireless charging?
A: Yes, the phone supports wireless charging.
Q: Is there a physical sim card
A: no
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| Pros for Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Lemongrass | |||
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| There were no pros for this product— | Camera Quality, Battery Life, Overall Performance, Size, Connectivity | Camera Quality, Battery Life, Overall Performance, Processor Speed, Design | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Lemongrass | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Heat Dissipation | Weight | There were no cons for this product— |
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Pixel 10 Review (from a long-time Pixel user)
I’m not a tech expert, but I’ve been using Google’s Pixel phones for years. My previous device was the Pixel 7, and now that I’ve switched to the Pixel 10, I’ve noticed several things that I really like. First, the Pixel 10 is a bit smaller than the Pixel 7. At first, that caught me off guard, but I actually ended up liking it — it feels more comfortable in my hand and fits much better in my smaller purses, which is a big plus for me. I also find the phone more user-friendly overall. It feels like Google made some improvements to the interface that make it more intuitive and better at adapting to the user’s preferences. As for performance, I’ve had a great experience so far. I don’t use heavy apps, but for everyday tasks — such as social media, browsing, email, notes, and the camera — it runs smoothly without any issues. The screen quality is excellent, and the battery life has really impressed me. It’s been lasting about a day and a half with regular use. Charging is quick both with a cable and wirelessly. That said, I did notice it gets quite warm when charging wirelessly, which is something to keep in mind. I was also pleasantly surprised by the speaker. One day I couldn’t find my Bluetooth speaker, so I used the phone’s speaker instead — the sound was loud, clear, and didn’t get distorted even at high volume. The face unlock and fingerprint sensor both work very well, even with a screen protector on, which is a nice bonus. When it comes to the camera, I’d say it’s decent — not bad at all, but not amazing either. It gets the job done for casual use, but if you're someone who’s really into mobile photography, you might want to look into other options that are more focused on that. Lastly, I absolutely love the “Frost” color. It’s a beautiful blend of blue, gray, and lavender — elegant and unique without being too flashy. All in all, I’m very happy with the Pixel 10. It’s reliable, smooth, compact, has great battery life, fast charging, and a design I genuinely like. If you’re not super demanding about the camera, I think it’s an excellent choice for everyday use.
This review is from Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Frost
Posted by Marianaesasoy
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fast Lane to Flagship: My Pixel 10 Pickup at Best
Best Buy Pickup: A Breeze I chose in-store pickup for my Pixel 10. It was genuinely fast. I got the "ready" email almost instantly. At the store, the Mobile desk was quick. I showed my ID, and the staff member handed me the phone in under 20 minutes. Zero hassle, zero wait time. Best Buy made this part effortless. Pixel 10 Performance: Pure Intelligence The phone itself is fantastic. The Tensor G5 chip is incredibly snappy for daily use—everything feels instant. The real power is in the AI. Features like one AI feature, e.g., Magic Editor are actually useful and make the phone feel smarter. The camera is brilliant, as expected. My only slight issue is the battery life is average.
This review is from Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Indigo
Posted by SaikalyanK
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
An elegant phone with a terrific camera !
I have owned one variant of almost all pixel devices (except for Pixel 1 and Pixel 5) and pixel 10 undoubtedly is the best of all the non-pro variants. I have been using Google phones since Google Nexus days and I simply couldn’t use another phone (not for lack of trying) just due to the simplistic and graceful interface of google. It’s not without a few frustrations (more on that later) but overall, I just couldn’t switch to any other brand. Design --------------------- It’s a huge design shift from Pixel 7 and 8 towards the good and somewhat identical to Pixel 9. The phone feels premium with aluminum frame Gorilla glass back and surprisingly isn’t slippery. This tempts me to use without a case which gives an amazing feel to hold the phone. It’s perfectly sized, doesn’t feel heavy on the pockets but large enough to browse the screen contents. Finally, the pixel 10 comes with a pixelsnap wireless charging. The fingerprint sensor is absolutely fine and worked every time even with a screen protector. I could use the extra Pixel 9 screen protectors I had, but the case is not compatible. No SIM tray -------------------------- One major shift on this year’s pixel device is the absence of the sim tray. Meaning we must convert the sim to an e-sim. Surprisingly, the conversion was a breeze during phone setup and google did it automatically by connecting to my old phone. It supports two active e-sims. No issues with call connectivity. OS and Interface ------------------------------------- Launching with Android 16 OS, the phone comes with significant changes in the look and feel of the notification bar icons. This looks beautiful and more like its biggest competitor. The vertical app launcher (which is the best thing about Pixel devices) has undergone a significant change with translucent background. However, not everyone prefers it and the lack of options to choose or configure is a huge frustration. Google just shouldn’t impose its changes on users; they should let users choose what they want. Display, Memory and Processor ------------------------------------------------------------ With an OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, the display is stunning and with max brightness of 3000 nits, it can go plenty bright with no issues in bright day light. I would have liked Google to start with a minimum of 256GB of memory, but alas they still are sticking to 128GB. But there is a 256 GB option as well. And the 12 GB RAM provides a strong performance. With Tensor G5 processor, I tried playing real racing 3 game and I had no issues with loading or playing. Although this may not be the fastest or best option for games, it’s decent. Battery ---------------------- The phone easily lasts a day on full charge. In 24 hours, it came from 100% to 37% for moderate usage. Just browsing, playing music in background, few phone calls and few photo edits. However, the phone gets warm or sometimes even hot during charging. I never had this problem in my Pixel 8 or 9, and I am really hoping it will be resolved in future updates. Fingers-crossed. Camera & Photos -------------------------------------- This is undoubtedly the BEST feature of this phone. The Pixel 10 (a non-pro series, now) comes with a 10.8 MP telephoto camera along with the 48 MP wide and 13 MP ultrawide cameras and with Google AI, produces the best-looking photos. Photos are crisp with true colors and even the night photos are really good. The camera coach feature is awesome which helps give tips to take a great photo and I could actually see a difference. The 20x Zoom works like a charm and I have left a photo with 20x zoom for you to see for yourself. The Photos app comes with lot of features and works like magic. The magic eraser, unblur, and moving subjects are awesome. Google AI ----------------------------- This is another standout feature that google provides on its devices. The Magic cue could be really useful. As of now, if someone asks a question like “What time is the Indy race today?” it prompts to open the calendar on the Messages app but doesn’t really pull up the actual time from the calendar. I hope it will upgrade in the future. Circle to search, Live translate, Gemini, and Call Assist are other notable handy features. A huge struggle was to get security authentication prompt to my new Pixel 10. How much ever I try, I couldn’t get my authentications prompt to my new Pixel 10 as default. It still goes to my TAB, which I do not carry everywhere I go. Unless I logoff from all other devices (which is not practical), I can’t get it done – which I think Google should really FIX. Google has FINALLY introduced audio sharing feature in Android 16 where it lets 2 bluetooth audio devices to listen to the same audio. However, the frustrating point is, both have to be a LE supported earbuds. And this needs to be enabled through developer options. I cannot understand why Google would not support it like other market leading android phones in a simple and straight forward manner. This is the most important feature I have been missing on my pixel phones, and now I can’t use it until I buy two LE supported earbuds. The phone may have amazing features, but it’s the small things that matter a lot as we use them day-in and day-out. For example, double tap to lock, app drawer customization, share audio with 2 earbuds, configure a key-stroke macro etc. Having these little things does make a huge difference. Conclusion ---------------------- In my opinion Pixel 10 is definitely a step forward in the right direction for Pixel. Its seamless functions, and cohesive performance make it a great buy in terms of aesthetics, camera and AI. Apart from the minor indulgences, the positives associated with the Pixel 10 indisputably outweigh the shortcomings. Though not a massive upgrade from Pixel 9, it is a strong contender for anyone looking for an upgrade from Pixel 8 or below. For anyone switching from a different brand or eco-system, this would be an excellent choice.
This review is from Google - Pixel 10 128GB (Unlocked) - Indigo
Posted by Kalai
