Apple iPhone 15 vs Google Pixel 10a

Our Verdict: The iPhone 15 has the clearer hardware case here, mainly through the sharper display and more storage headroom. It backs that up with 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and 128GB-512GB storage options, while the Pixel 10a counters with 6.3-inch P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) display and 5100mAh battery. Current active deals start around £320 for the iPhone 15, versus about £366 for the Pixel 10a. The ecosystem split matters too: the iPhone 15 is the iOS option and the Pixel 10a is the Android option. Your choice should come down to priorities: the iPhone 15 for the sharper display and more storage headroom, or the Pixel 10a for the larger screen and the larger battery.

Over a full contract, the Pixel 10a works out around £359 all-in, about £162 less than the iPhone 15 5G.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
461 421
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery
3,349 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
5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight
171 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
£14.99/mo (£139.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£25.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£334.99 £339.99

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 461 421
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery 3,349 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight 171 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 £14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£25.00 upfront
SIM-free £334.99 £339.99
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 15

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £139 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Google Pixel 10a
Google Pixel 10a

24 Months

128GB

Lavender

25GB

Data

Exclusive Deal Details

£12.99 per month, £25 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 10a cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10a is cheaper on contract at £359.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £25.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Google Pixel 10a has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 15 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 15 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 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 15 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £334.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10a comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 10a use?

The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 10a uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Apple iPhone 15 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 15 and Google Pixel 10a run?

The Apple iPhone 15 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.