The Google Pixel 10 series is about to make its official debut, with the next Made by Google event scheduled on August 20. The launch marks another important chapter for Google’s flagship phones, as the company looks set to balance evolutionary hardware with refinements under the hood. Europeans can look forward to prompt availability, with regional pricing details already emerging.
Design and Display Choices
Google appears intent on keeping its signature aesthetic, with the Pixel 10 series sticking to the angular look and the recognizable visor-like camera module. The lineup spans the standard Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and an even larger Pixel 10 Pro XL. Build quality sees only subtle changes, in line with Google’s recent trend of consistency over radical transformation.
The base Pixel 10 features a 6.3-inch FHD+ OLED display, capable of a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3.000 nits peak brightness. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 delivers added toughness. For those seeking higher-end features, the Pixel 10 Pro offers a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED with 1.5K resolution, while the Pro XL stretches things out to a 6.8-inch screen. Brightness and refresh rates remain consistent across the trio, supporting vivid visuals across the board.
Performance and Hardware Upgrades
This year brings a noteworthy internal shift for Android fans. All Pixel 10 devices adopt Google’s new Tensor G5 chipset, now produced by TSMC on an advanced 3nm process. The move away from Samsung Foundry chips is expected to yield meaningful gains in performance, energy efficiency, and especially AI processing thanks to a customized TPU for on-device machine learning.
Battery life has reportedly improved for the entire family. The regular Pixel 10 may house a 4.970mAh battery, with support for 29W wired and 15W wireless Qi2 charging. The Pixel 10 Pro has a slightly smaller 4.870mAh clock, while the Pro XL tops out at 5.200mAh and 39W fast charging. Such incremental bumps could translate to noticeably better real-world stamina, particularly important as screens and AI features demand more power.
Cameras: A Subtle Shakeup
While the Pixel line has long been lauded for its photography chops, the Pixel 10 series tweaks the formula. The standard Pixel 10 will lose parity with the Pro on main sensors, opting instead for the 48MP shooter from the more affordable Pixel 9a. The ultrawide sees a resolution decrease to 13MP, but Google sweetens the base model by finally adding a 10.8MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom — a much-requested feature.
The Pro and Pro XL retain a triple-camera setup with 50MP main, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP periscope telephoto (5x zoom) units. The main camera employs a newer Samsung GN8 sensor. Selfie enthusiasts will find a notable gap between variants: the Pro versions get a high-res 42MP front shooter with autofocus, while the standard Pixel 10 settles for a 10.5MP option.
European Pricing and Availability
Potential buyers in Germany, France and neighbouring countries can expect stable pricing compared to last year’s models. The 128GB Pixel 10 looks set to start at 899 €, while the Pro enters at 1.099 €. The Pro XL starts at 1.299 € for its 256GB variant, reaching up to 1.689 € for the maxed-out 1TB option. Early sales are projected to begin just a week after launch, around August 28.
Made by Google Event and Other Devices
The Pixel 10 introduction will take place during Google’s live-streamed Made by Google event, which will likely also see updates to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds lines. Early leaks point to the Pixel Watch 4 continuing with a Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chip and two size options. If recent history is any guide, event highlights and new devices should reach local stores and online retailers without much delay.
