Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Google Pixel 10a

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G and Google Pixel 10a, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Pixel has a larger 6.3-inch screen, its P-OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera; the iPhone mainly responds with a sharper 477 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 141g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Pixel is the Android choice. The Pixel is the better fit for display quality, while the iPhone is the one to consider for portability.

The Pixel 10a is the cheaper one to own: around £428 over a typical contract, £126 less than the iPhone 13 Mini.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
477 421
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight
141 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£20.00/mo (£19.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£39.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£174.99 £260.00
Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 477 421
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight 141 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£39.00 upfront
SIM-free £174.99 £260.00
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

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100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£20 a month, £19 upfront.

Google Pixel 10a
Google Pixel 10a

24 Months

128GB

Lavender

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 a month, £39 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10a is cheaper on contract at £428.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £39.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a?

The Google Pixel 10a has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10a has a P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak).

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 10a has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £174.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10a comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Google Pixel 10a use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Google Pixel 10a uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 42g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 10a is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Google Pixel 10a run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 10a runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.