Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 7

Our Verdict: The Pixel 10 Pro XL is three years newer than the Pixel 7, and it shows in the specs. The 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery of the two, 5200mAh against 4355mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the 10 Pro XL has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 482 PPI. Storage goes higher on the 10 Pro XL, up to 1TB against 256GB, and the 7 is the lighter phone at 195g against 221g. Coming from the 7, the 10 Pro XL is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.

Buying outright, the 7 starts at £150 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.3"
Display
LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1344 x 2992 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
482 418
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 10.8 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G2 (4 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 4,355 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android
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, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm
Weight
221 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£579.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£694.99 £149.99
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Google Pixel 7 Google Pixel 7
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.3"
Display LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1344 x 2992 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 482 418
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 10.8 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G2 (4 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 4,355 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android
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, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm
Weight 221 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront
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SIM-free £694.99 £149.99
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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
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Google Pixel 7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 7's 6.3", the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the sharper display at 482 pixels per inch versus 418, and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 7 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 7 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 Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 7 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7 use?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 7 uses the Google Tensor G2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 7 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7 run?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL runs Android 15 and the Google Pixel 7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.