Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 10a
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 10
1category wins
Google Pixel 10a
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 10a
Faster chip
Google Pixel 10
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 10a
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Google Pixel 10a
Best value for money
Google Pixel 10a
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| Panel Type | OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2424 | 2424 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 3000 | 3000 |
| PPI | 422 | 422 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Screen-to-body | 86.1 | 84.3 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.78 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5x3.05 GHz Cortex-A725 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | PowerVR DXT-48-1536 | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G4 |
| Process (nm) | 3 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Google Pixel 10 +35%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Google Pixel 10 +37%AnTuTu
Google Pixel 10 +2%| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 2,305 | 1,707 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 6,054 | 4,431 |
| AnTuTu | 1,549,798 | 1,519,937 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Other | — | UFS 3.1 |
| Variants | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Features | Single-zone Laser AF, LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
| Count | 3 | 2 |
| Telephoto | 10.8 MP, f/3.1, 112mm, (telephoto) | — |
| ultrawide | 13 MP, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) | 48 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4970 | 5100 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 30 | 30 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 15 | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM / eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 152.8 | 153.9 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.6 | 9 |
| Other | — | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Weight (g) | 204 | 183 |
| Width (mm) | 72 | 73 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2025, August 20 | 2026, February 18 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, August 28 | Available. Released 2026, March 05 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 29, 30, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71, 75 - GK2MP | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71 - GE1GQ |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - GE1GQ |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Other | — | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - G4H7L |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6 | 6 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 | Google Pixel 10a |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Other | — | Satellite SOS support |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 10 and Google Pixel 10a are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 10a is 24% cheaper at 104,000 DZD versus 136,000 DZD for the Google Pixel 10, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 10a packs a 5100 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 10 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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