iPhone 15 Pro 512GB
A17 Pro · iOS · 512GB
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)
Tensor G5 · 256GB · Rose Quartz
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone 15 Pro 512GB lands at 91 and Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone 15 Pro 512GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Pick Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) if…
- ✓Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
- ✓7-year updates
- ✓Gemini Nano 2 on-device
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)Stills and video quality across lenses
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) leads on camera (94 vs 90).
Battery life
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)Screen-on time and charging
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) leads on battery (88 vs 85).
Performance
iPhone 15 Pro 512GBChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
iPhone 15 Pro 512GB leads on cpu (91 vs 89).
Display
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) leads on display (91 vs 88).
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPhone 15 Pro 512GB | Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A17 Pro | Tensor G5 |
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 256GB |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 |
| Release year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Color | — | Rose Quartz |
iPhone 15 Pro 512GB
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)
- +Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
- +7-year updates
- +Gemini Nano 2 on-device
- −Tensor still trails Qualcomm in benchmarks
- −Charging modest
- −Pixel Fold pricey
FAQ: iPhone 15 Pro 512GB vs Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)
Which is better, iPhone 15 Pro 512GB or Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone 15 Pro 512GB worth the price? +
At $1,199, iPhone 15 Pro 512GB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cpu.
Is Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) worth the price? +
At $1,119, Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in camera.
Does iPhone 15 Pro 512GB or Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for photography, iPhone 15 Pro 512GB or Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)? +
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) — leads on camera (94 vs 90). Stills and video quality across lenses.
Which is better for battery life, iPhone 15 Pro 512GB or Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz)? +
Pixel 10 Pro 256GB (Rose Quartz) — leads on battery (88 vs 85). Screen-on time and charging.