Google
Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian)
Tensor G5 · 256GB · Obsidian
92
/ 100
From $1,319
VS
Apple
iPhone 17 Air
A19 · 6.6″ · 5.4 mm thin
92
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) lands at 92 and iPhone 17 Air at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) if…
- ✓Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
- ✓7-year updates
- ✓Gemini Nano 2 on-device
Pick iPhone 17 Air if…
- ✓Thinnest iPhone ever (5.4 mm)
- ✓Light in hand (165 g)
- ✓Still 120Hz ProMotion
Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) 92
vs 92 iPhone 17 Air
Score breakdown
Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian)
92 cpu 90
gpu 88
camera 95
battery 89
display 92
design 92
iPhone 17 Air
92 cpu 97
gpu 94
camera 86
battery 76
display 92
design 100
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) | iPhone 17 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Tensor G5 | Apple A19 (3 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Color | Obsidian | — |
| Release year | 2025 | — |
| OS | Android 16 | iOS 19 |
| Display | — | 6.6″ LTPO OLED, 120Hz |
| RAM | — | 8 GB |
| Battery | — | 3200 mAh |
| Weight | — | 165 g |
Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian)
Pros
- +Tensor G5 (first TSMC-fabricated Tensor)
- +7-year updates
- +Gemini Nano 2 on-device
Cons
- −Tensor still trails Qualcomm in benchmarks
- −Charging modest
- −Pixel Fold pricey
iPhone 17 Air
Pros
- +Thinnest iPhone ever (5.4 mm)
- +Light in hand (165 g)
- +Still 120Hz ProMotion
Cons
- −Single rear camera
- −Battery smaller than Plus (3200 mAh)
- −No telephoto
FAQ: Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) vs iPhone 17 Air
Which is better, Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) or iPhone 17 Air? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) worth the price? +
At $1,319, Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in camera.
Is iPhone 17 Air worth the price? +
At $999, iPhone 17 Air delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in design.
Does Pixel 10 Pro XL 256GB (Obsidian) or iPhone 17 Air 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.