iPhone 17 Pro VS Pixel 10

93

iPhone 17 Pro

6.3-inch OLED 120Hz · A19 Pro · 4252mAh · 48MP · IP68

$1099

MSRP

86

Pixel 10

6.3-inch OLED 120Hz · Tensor G5 · 4970mAh · 48MP · IP68

$799

MSRP

$1099

MSRP

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$799

MSRP

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Our verdict

The iPhone 17 Pro takes the performance lead, 8% ahead overall, driven by its A19 Pro and an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751.

On value the Pixel 10 stands out at $799, pairing a 48MP main camera with a 4970mAh battery.

For most buyers the Pixel 10 is the smarter choice. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences.

Performance winner

iPhone 17 Pro

8% faster overall

Best value for money

Pixel 10

14% better value per dollar

iPhone 17 Pro best for

Power efficiency

8% faster overall

Overview

The iPhone 17 Pro comes out ahead overall, scoring 93 to the Pixel 10's 86. Priced at $1099 against $799, the choice between them is as much about budget as specs, and each phone leans toward a slightly different buyer.

Performance

For raw speed the iPhone 17 Pro takes the lead, with an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751 against 1,480,000, driven by its A19 Pro. Both feel quick in everyday use, but the gap shows up in demanding games and heavy multitasking where the faster chip pulls ahead.

Cameras

The iPhone 17 Pro pairs a 48MP main camera with 4x optical zoom and a 18MP front sensor. The Pixel 10 answers with 48MP, 5x zoom and a 11MP selfie camera. The Pixel 10 reaches further with its longer optical zoom, which helps for portraits and distant subjects.

Battery and charging

Battery favours the Pixel 10, with a 4970mAh cell against 4252mAh. For refills the iPhone 17 Pro is quickest at 40W, spending less time tied to a charger.

Display

Both use high refresh rate OLED screens. The iPhone 17 Pro measures 6.3" and peaks at 3000 nits, while the Pixel 10 is 6.3" and reaches 3000 nits. Screen size and outright brightness are where they separate most.

Which should you buy

Overall the Pixel 10 is the one we would steer most buyers toward. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Consider the iPhone 17 Pro instead if raw performance matters more to you.

battery

Battery
4252mAh
4970mAh
Wired charging
40W
29W
Wireless charging
25W
15W

camera

Main camera
48MP
48MP
Optical zoom
4x
5x
Ultrawide
48MP
13MP
Front camera
18MP
11MP
Max video
4K120
4K60

display

Display size
6.3"
6.3"
Display type
OLED
OLED
Refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak brightness
3000 nits
3000 nits
Resolution
2622x1206
2424x1080

Performance

Chipset
A19 Pro
Tensor G5
RAM
12GB
12GB
Storage
256GB
128GB

Physical

Weight
206g
204g
Thickness
8.75mm
8.6mm
Water resistance
IP68
IP68

Synthetic & compute benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
10,688 pts
6,200 pts
AnTuTu v11
2,538,751 pts
1,480,000 pts

Frequently asked questions

Is the iPhone 17 Pro better than the Pixel 10?

Overall the iPhone 17 Pro scores 93 out of 100 against the Pixel 10's 86, so it edges ahead on our combined rating. Even so, the two are close enough that price, size and your preferred ecosystem should also guide the decision.

Which has the better camera, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pixel 10?

The Pixel 10 has the stronger camera on paper, leading with a 48MP main sensor and 5x optical zoom. Both take excellent photos, but the Pixel 10 offers more reach and flexibility.

Which has better battery life, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pixel 10?

The Pixel 10 carries the larger 4970mAh battery against 4252mAh, and the iPhone 17 Pro charges fastest at 40W. For heavy all-day use the Pixel 10 is the safer bet.

Which is faster, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pixel 10?

In benchmarks the iPhone 17 Pro is quicker, posting an AnTuTu score of 2,538,751 against 1,480,000 thanks to its A19 Pro. Both handle everyday tasks smoothly, but the iPhone 17 Pro pulls ahead in demanding games.

Should I buy the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pixel 10?

For most buyers the Pixel 10 is the smarter pick, balancing performance, features and price. One runs iOS and the other Android, so your existing apps, watch and ecosystem may matter more than the spec differences. Choose the iPhone 17 Pro if raw performance is your priority.

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