Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10

Google Pixel 10 comes out ahead overall, scoring 77.5% to 22.5% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (4970 mAh vs 3561 mAh).

Apple iPhone 16 scored 22.5%, Google Pixel 10 scored 77.5%.

Apple iPhone 16 is priced around $449, Google Pixel 10 around $649.

How Apple iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 10 Rank

Apple iPhone 16

Apple A18 ranks in the top 8% of 38 chipsets we track.

Super Retina XDR display ranks in the top 39% of 18 display types we track.

Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@24/25/30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 43% of 7 front-video specs we track.

4K@24/25/30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 13% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Google Pixel 10

Tensor G5 ranks in the top 56% of 38 chipsets we track.

OLED display ranks in the top 67% of 18 display types we track.

Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.

Wi-Fi 6E ranks in the top 50% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.

4K@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 15% of 7 front-video specs we track.

4K@24/30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 25% of 16 video-recording specs we track.

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Display

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Display size 6.1 in 6.3 in
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Brightness 1000 nits 2000 nits
Display type Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2424

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Camera

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Main camera resolution 48 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide camera resolution 12 MP 13 MP
Front camera resolution 12 MP 10.5 MP
Main aperture 1.6 f 1.7 f
Front aperture 1.9 f 2.2 f
Ultrawide aperture 2.2 f 2.2 f
Optical image stabilization Yes Yes
Main video 4K@24/25/30/60fps 4K@24/30/60fps
Front video 4K@24/25/30/60fps 4K@30/60fps
Camera features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Battery

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Battery capacity 3561 mAh 4970 mAh
Charge time 30 min 30 min
Wired charging 25 W 30 W
Wireless charging 25 W 15 W
Charging port USB-C USB-C

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Performance

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
RAM 8 GB 12 GB
Storage 128 GB 128 GB
Chipset Apple A18 Tensor G5
Storage options 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Network & Connectivity

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
5G (sub-6) Yes Yes
5G (mmWave) No No
5G capable Yes Yes
NFC Yes Yes
Bluetooth version 5.3 6
Wi-Fi generation 7 6
SIM type Nano-SIM/eSIM Nano-SIM/eSIM

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Build & Design

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Weight 170 g 204 g
Thickness 7.8 mm 8.6 mm
Build material Glass/Aluminum Glass/Aluminum
IP rating IP68 IP68
Available colors Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine Indigo, Frost, Lemongrass, Obsidian

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: OS & Software

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Operating system iOS 18 Android
OS version 16
Update policy Not Specified 7 Updates

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Audio

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Dolby Atmos No No
Stereo speakers Yes Yes
Headphone jack No No

Apple iPhone 16 vs Google Pixel 10: Extras & Features

Spec Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Google Pixel 10 Google Pixel 10
Desktop mode No No
Stylus support No No
Satellite connectivity No No
Wireless reverse charging Yes Yes

Where each phone wins

Apple iPhone 16

  • Wireless charging: 25 W (vs 15 W)
  • Front camera resolution: 12 MP (vs 10.5 MP)
  • Main aperture: 1.6 f (vs 1.7 f)
  • Front aperture: 1.9 f (vs 2.2 f)
  • Wi-Fi generation: 7 (vs 6 )
  • Weight: 170 g (vs 204 g)
  • Thickness: 7.8 mm (vs 8.6 mm)

Google Pixel 10

  • Battery capacity: 4970 mAh (vs 3561 mAh)
  • Wired charging: 30 W (vs 25 W)
  • Ultrawide camera resolution: 13 MP (vs 12 MP)
  • Display size: 6.3 in (vs 6.1 in)
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz (vs 60 Hz)
  • Brightness: 2000 nits (vs 1000 nits)
  • RAM: 12 GB (vs 8 GB)
  • Bluetooth version: 6 (vs 5.3 )

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better battery capacity, the Apple iPhone 16 or the Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 has the better battery capacity at 4970 mAh, versus 3561 mAh on the Apple iPhone 16.

Which has the better RAM, the Apple iPhone 16 or the Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 has the better RAM at 12 GB, versus 8 GB on the Apple iPhone 16.

Which has the better display size, the Apple iPhone 16 or the Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 has the better display size at 6.3 in, versus 6.1 in on the Apple iPhone 16.

Which has the better refresh rate, the Apple iPhone 16 or the Google Pixel 10?

The Google Pixel 10 has the better refresh rate at 120 Hz, versus 60 Hz on the Apple iPhone 16.