Apple iPhone 16e vs Google Pixel 10

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 16e and Google Pixel 10 suit different priorities. The iPhone is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 457 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 167g body, while the Pixel is better suited to its LTPO OLED panel, a larger 4,970 mAh battery, and a 4.2/5 expert-review average from 12 reviews. 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. Choose the iPhone for portability; choose the Pixel if display quality matters more.

The Pixel 10 is the cheaper one to own: around £540 over a typical contract, £84 less than the iPhone 16e.

Expert Rating
3.7
12 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
457 421
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10.5 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery
4,005 mAh 4,970 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, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
167 grams 204 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
£24.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £10.00/mo (£279.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£394.00 £529.99
Apple iPhone 16e Apple iPhone 16e Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Expert Rating 3.7
12 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 457 421
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10.5 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Battery 4,005 mAh 4,970 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, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 167 grams 204 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 £24.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£10.00/mo
£279.00 upfront
SIM-free £394.00 £529.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone 16e

24 Months

128GB

White

Refurbished

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£24.79 a month, £29 upfront.

Google Pixel 10
Google Pixel 10

24 Months

128GB

Obsidian

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£10 a month, £279 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 is cheaper on contract at £539.60 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £279.00 upfront.

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

The Google Pixel 10 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 16e's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 16e uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10 has a LTPO OLED.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £394.00.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is the more portable of the two: it's 37g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 10 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

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

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