At the heart of this launch is the Tensor G5 chip, the first to be built by TSMC instead of Samsung. That change alone is set to bring more power, efficiency, and stability—critical for the AI-first design philosophy that defines the Pixel line.
Google is preparing to unveil the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro series this week, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With Apple scrambling to catch up in artificial intelligence, Google is positioning its latest Pixel devices as the true future of smartphones.
At the heart of this launch is the Tensor G5 chip, the first to be built by TSMC instead of Samsung. That change alone is set to bring more power, efficiency, and stability—critical for the AI-first design philosophy that defines the Pixel line.
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Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series around September 9. With both launches scheduled within weeks, many buyers will be weighing whether to go with Google’s Pixel 10 Pro or Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro. Here’s a detailed comparison of the two Pro models.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Google Pixel 10 Pro 5G: Design and Display
The iPhone 17 Pro is tipped to get a fresh design with an aluminium frame and a wider camera bar housing a triple-camera setup. Apple will likely retain USB-C charging, the camera control button, and the Action button.
The Pixel 10 Pro, on the other hand, is expected to look similar to its predecessor but could debut in new bold colour options that stand out.
For displays, both phones are expected to feature a 6.3-inch panel with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000 nits brightness. Apple’s offering will be a Super Retina XDR display, while Google’s will use an OLED panel.
Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro may feature a triple 48MP camera system — a wide, an ultrawide, and a telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. The front is expected to house a 24MP selfie camera.
In contrast, the Pixel 10 Pro is rumoured to come with a 50MP main sensor, a 48MP ultrawide, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. For selfies, Google could step up with a 42MP front camera.
The iPhone 17 Pro will likely be powered by the A19 Pro chip, paired with 12GB RAM and up to 1TB of storage.
The Pixel 10 Pro is expected to use the TSMC-made Tensor G5 processor, paired with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.
On battery, the Pixel 10 Pro is expected to pack a 4870mAh unit with 29W charging. Apple is rumoured to bring an upgraded battery for the iPhone 17 Pro, though exact capacity hasn’t leaked yet.
The iPhone 17 Pro could be priced at around ₹1,25,000 for the 256GB base variant.
The Pixel 10 Pro is expected to cost ₹1,09,999 for the 256GB variant, making it the more affordable choice between the two flagships.
Published: 19 Aug 2025, 06:36 pm IST
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