Apple iPhone 13 vs Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

Our Verdict: These two phones suit different buyers. iPhone 13 is the one to look at for contract value, backed by the lower contract price from £12.99/mo and the cheaper SIM-free price from £199.95; Pixel 10 Pro XL is stronger for a bigger screen, with the larger 6.8" screen and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera. Let that priority decide the purchase rather than treating one model as universally better.

The iPhone 13 is the cheaper one to own: around £387 over a typical contract, £410 less than the Pixel 10 Pro XL.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.4
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.8"
Display
OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1344 x 2992
Pixels Per Inch
457 482
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery
3,227 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Android 15
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/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight
173 grams 221 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£55.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£182.00 £694.99

Prices updated 21 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.4
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.8"
Display OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1344 x 2992
Pixels Per Inch 457 482
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery 3,227 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Android 15
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/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight 173 grams 221 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£55.00 upfront
SIM-free £182.00 £694.99
Prices updated 21 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 10 Pro XL cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £387.16 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the sharper display at 482 pixels per inch versus 457, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Apple iPhone 13 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a 50 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 or Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £182.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL use?

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm).

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 48g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, and is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 10 Pro XL?

The Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL run?

The Apple iPhone 13 runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.