2025
There is not much that I need to cover in this review of the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL that I didn’t already get to in my Pixel 10 review. The story is the same: Google improved the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL in a handful of not immediately noticeable ways and is leaning full throttle into AI and Gemini integration.
Following the same vision, it’s no surprise that the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL are better “AI phones” than the Pixel 10 thanks to their hardware. Is Google’s Gemini vastly better on these “Pro” Pixels? Not especially, but as a whole phone package, the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL are nicer in every way, with upgraded cameras, more RAM for AI tasks, and even brighter displays. Should you throw your Pixel 9 Pro or 9 Pro XL in the trash and upgrade to Google’s latest and greatest phones? I don’t think so, unless you’re deeply excited for all the Pixel 10-exclusive AI features like Magic Cue, Voice Translate, and Gemini Live.
Google Pixel 10 Pro review The Google Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL have more runway for AI and Gemini improvements in a few years. Pros Brighter screens
Brighter screens Longer battery life
Longer battery life Solid cameras with Pro Res Zoom
Solid cameras with Pro Res Zoom Moonstone color rules
Moonstone color rules Many useful AI features Cons Tensor G5 chip isn't the best
Tensor G5 chip isn't the best No more reverse wireless charging
No more reverse wireless charging eSIM-only
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