Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: IP68 Tested Foldable Phone
- Here's a breakdown of the key data from the provided review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold:
- * Processor: Google Tensor G5 (TSMC 3nm) - More efficient and 30-50% faster than the previous generation, but lags behind Apple and Qualcomm in CPU/GPU benchmarks.
- * Operating System: Android 16 with 7 years of security updates.
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold – Key Takeaways from the Review
Here’s a breakdown of the key data from the provided review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold:
Hardware & Performance:
* Processor: Google Tensor G5 (TSMC 3nm) – More efficient and 30-50% faster than the previous generation, but lags behind Apple and Qualcomm in CPU/GPU benchmarks. Lacks some modern features like full Vulkan and ray tracing support.
* Benchmark: ~3400 points in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme (significantly lower than competitors).
* RAM: 16GB – Provides smooth multitasking and fast app performance in everyday use.
* Cooling: Stays relatively cool under load and throttles less than many competitors.
* Connectivity: Top-tier: USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi 7, 5G, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, UWB, multi-band GNSS.
* Other: Quick and responsive fingerprint sensor in the power button, clear and differentiated speakers.
Software:
* Operating System: Android 16 with 7 years of security updates.
* Features: Pure google Android with strong AI focus and Pixel-exclusive features:
* Live call translation (local language model)
* Generative image editing in Pixel Studio
* AI-powered spam defense
* Content search by circling in screenshots
* Automatic text recognition in photos
* Folding Design Integration: Camera app optimized for folding form factor (selfies with main camera, preview images, children’s animations on outer display).
* Multitasking: Side-by-side app display is absolutely possible, but limited to two apps. No smooth screen division or drag-and-drop functionality between windows.
* App Optimization: Many apps aren’t optimized for the 1:1 screen ratio, appearing bloated. Google’s own apps (like Gmail) sometimes have unhelpful layouts. Videos often have large black bars.
Battery:
* Capacity: 5000 mAh
* Performance: Longer lasting than the previous model due to the more efficient chip, but behind competitors like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and iPhone 17 Pro.
* Test Results (from c’t):
* Inside Display Video Playback: ~10 hours
* YouTube Streaming: ~19 hours
* Gaming Endurance: ~19.5 hours
Overall Impression:
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold appears to be a solid, but not groundbreaking, foldable phone. It excels in software features and AI integration, and offers good everyday performance. However, it falls behind competitors in raw processing power and app optimization for the foldable form factor. The battery life is improved but not class-leading.