Google Pixel 10 Series Officially Launched With Pixelsnap Accessories, Telephoto Cameras & Tensor G5 Chip

Google has officially unveiled its Pixel 10 smartphone lineup at the Made by Google event in New York. The series includes four models — Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold (covered separately).

All three core models come equipped with the latest Tensor G5 processor, run on Android 16, and promise seven years of software and security updates. The biggest highlights include triple cameras on the base model, telephoto zoom improvements, and PixelSnap magnetic accessories — Google’s answer to Apple’s MagSafe.

Design & Display

The Pixel 10 keeps a compact profile with a 6.3-inch Actua OLED display, supporting up to 120Hz refresh rate and a 3,000 nits peak brightness. Protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and rated IP68 for water and dust resistance, the device also introduces a new telephoto sensor in its signature camera bar design.

• Available colors: Indigo, Frost, Lemongrass, and Obsidian.

The Pixel 10 Pro upgrades to a 6.7-inch Super Actua LTPO OLED panel, offering dynamic refresh between 1Hz and 120Hz for smooth animations and better battery efficiency. It delivers 3,300 nits brightness and a sharper resolution with enhanced color accuracy.

• Colors: Porcelain, Obsidian, Bay Blue.

The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the largest, featuring a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED screen, the same 1Hz–120Hz refresh rate, and 3,300 nits brightness. Despite its size, it keeps the IP68 durability and Gorilla Glass protection, catering to users who prefer large displays.

• Colors: same as Pro.

Performance & Software

All Pixel 10 models are powered by the 3nm Tensor G5 processor, paired with the Titan M2 security chip.

• Pixel 10: 12GB RAM, storage options of 128GB and 256GB (UFS 4.0).

• Pixel 10 Pro: 16GB RAM, with storage choices up to 1TB. Better multitasking and AI-driven performance, including voice recognition and real-time translation.

• Pixel 10 Pro XL: Same as the Pro but with enhanced thermal management for heavy usage.

All phones integrate Google Gemini AI features and come with seven years of guaranteed OS and security updates, making them among the most future-proof Android devices on the market.

Cameras

For the first time, the standard Pixel 10 offers a triple camera setup:

• 48MP main sensor

• 13MP ultrawide lens

• 10.8MP telephoto lens (5x optical zoom)

• 10.5MP front camera with autofocus

The Pixel 10 Pro steps up with:

• 50MP primary sensor

• 48MP ultrawide camera

• 48MP telephoto lens (5x zoom)

• AI-enhanced features like ProRes video, astrophotography, and Night Sight Zoom

The Pixel 10 Pro XL shares the same setup as the Pro but benefits from improved heat control during video recording and offers up to 100x digital zoom through AI-powered image processing.

Battery & Charging

• Pixel 10: 4,970 mAh, 29W wired + 15W wireless charging, supports Qi2 standard.

• Pixel 10 Pro: 4,870 mAh, 30W wired + 23W wireless + reverse wireless charging.

• Pixel 10 Pro XL: 5,200 mAh, 45W wired + 25W wireless + reverse charging.

All models are compatible with the new PixelSnap magnetic accessories.

Pricing

• Pixel 10: starts at $799 (128GB) and $899 (256GB).

• Pixel 10 Pro: base model priced at $999, with configurations up to 1TB.

• Pixel 10 Pro XL: starting at $1,199, offering the largest battery and display in the lineup.

Final Take

With the Pixel 10 series, Google has packed high-end cameras, sleek displays, AI-powered performance, and long-term update support into its latest flagships. The addition of PixelSnap accessories and upgraded telephoto zoom makes this launch a strong competitor in the premium smartphone market.