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Apple iPad (2025) vs Google Pixel 10a 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Google Pixel 10a 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Google · 2026

Google Pixel 10a 5G

Google Pixel 10a 5G
82/ 100
Launch price$499
Head-to-head

Apple iPad (2025) wins 5 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad (2025)
Apple iPad (2025)
5 wins
Google Pixel 10a 5G
Google Pixel 10a 5G
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad (2025)Google Pixel 10a 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedApple iPad (2025)
    70
    65
  • CameraApple iPad (2025)
    80
    31
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad (2025)
    86
    63
  • DisplayApple iPad (2025)
    94
    70
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueApple iPad (2025)
    85
    68
Key differences
  • Google Pixel 10a 5G has the bigger battery5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger screen11" vs 6.3"
  • Google Pixel 10a 5G has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the faster chipApple A16 Bionic vs Google Tensor G4
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025)
  • ✓11" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Google Pixel 10a 5G
  • ✓816 g lighter (183 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9500 cheaper at launch ($499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,100 mAh battery (+100 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad (2025)Google Pixel 10a 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDpOLED
Screen Size11"6.3"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2424x1080 (422 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A16 Bionic Google Tensor G4
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS Android 15 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System48 MP, f/1.7, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
WeightN/A183 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,100 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed10W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothNot listed5.3
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$499
Our verdict

Google Pixel 10a 5G wins — BeastScore 82.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Google Pixel 10a 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 80.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

Buy Apple iPad (2025) if you want

Significantly larger display: 11" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking

Buy Google Pixel 10a 5G if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 80.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad (2025) or Google Pixel 10a 5G?

Google Pixel 10a 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to Apple iPad (2025) (80.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 80.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad (2025) and Google Pixel 10a 5G?

Apple iPad (2025) has a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Google Pixel 10a 5G has a 6.3-inch display and 5100 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad (2025) and Google Pixel 10a 5G compare for speed?

Apple iPad (2025) scores 70/100 for performance; Google Pixel 10a 5G scores 65/100.

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