Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 10a

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 10a is portability against display quality. For the 10a, that means its P-OLED panel and a lighter 183g body. The 10 is easier to recommend for its LTPO OLED panel. Go with the 10a for portability; lean toward the 10 if display quality is higher on your list.

The 10a is the cheaper one to own: around £391 over a typical contract, £144 less than the 10.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.3"
Display
LTPO OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
421 421
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
10.5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery
4,970 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 16 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/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight
204 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£279.00 upfront) £13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£529.99 £394.99
Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10a Google Pixel 10a
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.3"
Display LTPO OLED P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 421 421
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 10.5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G5 (4 nm) Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
Battery 4,970 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 16 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/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
Weight 204 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £10.00/mo
£279.00 upfront
£13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £529.99 £394.99
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Google Pixel 10
Google Pixel 10

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Google Pixel 10a
Google Pixel 10a

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 10 or Google Pixel 10a cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10a is cheaper on contract at £390.76 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 421 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel 10 uses a LTPO 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 Google Pixel 10 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Google Pixel 10 features a 50 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 Google Pixel 10 or Google Pixel 10a?

The Google Pixel 10a is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £394.99.

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

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

What processors do the Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 10a use?

The Google Pixel 10 is powered by the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 10a uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).

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

It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 10a is lighter but the Google Pixel 10 is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 183 grams, though the Google Pixel 10 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Google Pixel 10 is slimmer at 8.6mm thick.

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

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 10a run?

Both phones run Android 16.