Apple iPhone 17e vs Google Pixel 10

Our verdict: On contract, the Google Pixel 10 works out £153.13 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone 17e. The Google Pixel 10 has a bigger 6.3" screen, but the Apple iPhone 17e is sharper at 457 PPI. If you'd rather buy outright, the Google Pixel 10 starts at £547.00 SIM-free.

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 A19 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Storage
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
169 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
£25.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £13.95/mo (£195.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£597.00 £547.00
Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone 17e Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
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 A19 (3 nm) Google Tensor G5 (4 nm)
Storage 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 169 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 £25.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£13.95/mo
£195.00 upfront
SIM-free £597.00 £547.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Google Pixel 10 is cheaper on contract at £499.80 over the life of the deal from £13.95 per month with £195.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 17e's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 17e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 17e uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 10 has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e or Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £547.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17e and Google Pixel 10?

The Apple iPhone 17e is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 10 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17e and Google Pixel 10 use?

The Apple iPhone 17e is powered by the Apple A19 (3 nm), while the Google Pixel 10 uses the Google Tensor G5 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10?

The Apple iPhone 17e is the more portable of the two — it's 35g lighter at 169 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 17e or Google Pixel 10?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e and Google Pixel 10 run?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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.