Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Google Pixel 10 Pro

Our Verdict: The Pixel 10 Pro has the clearer hardware case here, mainly through the sharper display and a higher-resolution front camera. It backs that up with 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display, 50MP rear and 42MP front cameras and 128GB-1000GB storage options, while the iPhone 16 Plus counters with 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and 3,723 active deals. Current active deals start around £485 for the iPhone 16 Plus, versus about £585 for the Pixel 10 Pro. The ecosystem split matters too: the iPhone 16 Plus is the iOS option and the Pixel 10 Pro is the Android option. Choose the iPhone 16 Plus for lower current deal pricing and the larger screen; pick the Pixel 10 Pro if you would rather prioritise the sharper display and a higher-resolution front camera.

Over a full contract, the Pixel 10 Pro works out around £635 all-in, about £161 less than the iPhone 16 Plus.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
2796 x 1290 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch
460 497
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery
4,674 mAh 4,870 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
199 grams 207 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£32.79/mo (£9.00 upfront) £24.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£490.00 £565.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 16 Plus Apple iPhone 16 Plus Google Pixel 10 Pro Google Pixel 10 Pro
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 2796 x 1290 1280 x 2856
Pixels Per Inch 460 497
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 42 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery 4,674 mAh 4,870 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 199 grams 207 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £32.79/mo
£9.00 upfront
£24.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free £490.00 £565.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 Plus

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£32.79 per month, £9 upfront.

Google Pixel 10 Pro
Google Pixel 10 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Obsidian

30GB

Data

£24.99 per month, £5 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 Pro is cheaper on contract at £635.16 over the life of the deal from £24.99 per month with £5.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 10 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 460, and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10 Pro has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro 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 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £490.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Google Pixel 10 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Google Pixel 10 Pro uses the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is lighter but the Google Pixel 10 Pro is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 199 grams, though the Google Pixel 10 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Google Pixel 10 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 10 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Google Pixel 10 Pro run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 10 Pro 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.