Pixel 10 enhancement: Google has finally released the Pixel 10, and while it is priced the same as last year’s Pixel 9, the new phone introduces some essential enhancements in design, hardware, and AI features. From the highly anticipated telephoto camera to the introduction of the Tensor G5 chipset, the Pixel 10 is like the first time the underlying flagship holds its own. Let us take a closer look at why this upgrade is important.
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Cameras: Versatility at Last
One of the most significant changes is the inclusion of a telephoto lens in the base Pixel 10. While the Pro lines have been enjoying this capability for years, the Pixel 10 finally accommodates up to 5x optical zoom with its 10.8MP sensor. This is an overt leap over competition such as the Galaxy S25 and Vivo X200, which top out at 3x zoom. While it is not a portrait lens, this telephoto unit adds new capability for taking shots at a distance. Paired with a 48MP primary camera and Google’s computational photography, the Pixel 10 looks better poised to handle the portrait edge-detection problem we saw with the Pixel 9.
Performance: Tensor G5 in Action
The Pixel 10 boasts Google’s brand-new Tensor G5 chip, manufactured on TSMC’s 3nm process rather than Samsung’s. This shift promises a 60 percent boost in AI tasks, improved CPU performance, and better power utilization. Benchmark scores reveal the Pixel 10 reaching 14.5 lakh on AnTuTu, around 11 percent higher than the Pixel 9, but still lower than Snapdragon 8 Elite devices that go past 20 lakh. Raw figures, however, don’t tell the full picture. Pixels are noted for smooth everyday use, and if the G5 can resolve last year’s overheating and throttling problems, it will make the phone feel much more dependable in everyday use.
Battery and Charging: Long Endurance
Battery life was an Achilles’ heel of the Pixel 9, but Google has made up for it with a 5,000mAh cell on the Pixel 10. Coupled with 30W wired charging and 15W wireless charging, the phone should last longer while refilling quicker. Google also introduced Qi2 support, the first phone in India to do so with the new wireless charging standard. Qi2 supports magnetic alignment, similar to Apple’s MagSafe, for simpler and more effective charging without the hassle of fiddly setups.
PixelSnap and MagSafe Compatibility
In addition to Qi2, Google is also launching its own ecosystem known as PixelSnap. This allows users to mount accessories such as cases, wallets, stands, and power banks on the phone itself. Since it is completely MagSafe compatible, Pixel 10 users gain immediate access to a huge list of third-party accessories that are currently available in the market. This brings functional versatility to the phone and provides Pixel 10 users with more convenience directly out of the box.
AI Features: Smarter Than Ever
Google’s actual trump card is software, and the Pixel 10 leaps a long way forward here. It comes with Android 16 pre-installed with seven years of support and brings with it AI-powered features. The new Magic Cue can now bring up useful information, such as tickets or hotel addresses, while texting, and Voice Translate can now use your own voice in a second language in real-time. The revamped Google Gemini assistant is more natural, reading from your screen and even employing the camera for contextual assistance. On top of this, the new Camera Coach indicates the optimal method to shoot a photo, assisting users in real-time. All these AI enhancements make the Pixel 10 sharper and friendlier than ever before.
Verdict: A True Upgrade
The Pixel 10 is finally a flagship in its price. With the new telephoto camera, Tensor G5 processor, larger battery, PixelSnap gear, and further immersion into AI, it offers substantial upgrades over the Pixel 9. Though it lacks raw power compared to competition, it is balanced, efficient, and intelligent features that Pixel enthusiasts will appreciate most.