Apple iPhone 15 vs Google Pixel 10 Pro
Apple iPhone 15 Black 128GB
Google Pixel 10 Pro Obsidian 128GB
What Buyers Say
Apple iPhone 15 Black 128GB
The iPhone 15 itself is praised for its camera, battery life, and overall performance, with many buyers saying it feels like new. However, the condition of open-box and refurbished units varies widely, with several customers reporting scratches, dents, and battery health well below expectations. Some received phones with 100% battery health, while others got units with 76-86% health and high cycle counts, leading to frustration and returns. The main issue is the inconsistency between the advertised condition and what actually arrives.
Pros
- Great camera quality
- Long battery life
- Fast performance
- Feels like new
- Good value for money
Cons
- Inconsistent condition grading
- Battery health below advertised
- Scratches and dents
- Missing accessories
- Overheating issues
Google Pixel 10 Pro Obsidian 128GB
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is widely praised for its exceptional camera quality, long battery life, and premium feel. Users highlight the smooth performance and useful AI features, though some note the phone is heavy and the camera bump glass scratches easily. A few users mention occasional freezing and a learning curve for those switching from Apple.
Pros
- Exceptional camera quality
- Long battery life
- Premium build and feel
- Smooth performance
- Useful AI features
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Camera bump glass scratches easily
- Occasional freezing
- Learning curve for Apple users
- Similar to Pixel 9
Scores
Specifications
| Apple iPhone 15 | Google Pixel 10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.1 | 6.3 |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR | OLED★ |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 2000 nits | 3300 nits★ |
| HDR | ✓ | ✓ |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | A16 Bionic chip | 3.78 GHz |
| Processor Model | Apple A16 Bionic | Google Tensor G5 |
| CPU Cores | 6 | 8★ |
| CPU Speed | 3.46 | 3.78★ |
| RAM | 6 GB | 16 GB★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe | Zoned UFS |
| Expandable | ✗ | — |
| Camera | ||
| Main Camera | 48 MP | 50 MP★ |
| Camera Count | 2 | 3★ |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP★ |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 48 MP★ |
| Front Camera | 12 MP | 42 MP★ |
| Optical Zoom | 2x | 100x★ |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K★ |
| OIS | ✓ | ✓ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 3,349 mAh | 4,870 mAh★ |
| Wired Charging | 20W | 30W★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fast Charging | Wired | Fast Charging |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| NFC | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| SIM | eSIM | eSIM |
| eSIM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.21 kg |
| Fingerprint | in-display | in-display |
| Face Recognition | ✓ | ✓ |
| OS | iOS | Android |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stereo Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 15 Black 128GB
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong display (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (18th percentile)18th %ile
Google Pixel 10 Pro Obsidian 128GB
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong camera (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average affordability (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 17 of 42 specs.