Which Google Pixel Phone Should You Buy?

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 Google Pixel phones are our favorite Android phones here at WIRED and have been for a few years. They have industry-leading cameras, get speedy software and security updates directly from Google (like iPhones do from Apple), and are priced competitively. But which of the new Google Pixel phones should you buy? The Pixel 9a? The Pixel 10? What about the crazy-expensive Pixel 10 Pro Fold? Don’t fret—I'll break down the differences between the best Pixel phones and sort out the right one for you.


You'll also find Pixel-exclusive tips to help you get the most out of your new phone, plus some accessory and case recommendations for protection. For more, read our other mobile guides, including the Best Pixel 9 Cases, Best Samsung Phones, and Best Android Phones.


Updated August 2025: We’ve mentioned the new Pixel 10 series, added info about older A-series battery issues, Qi2, /e/OS, and added new software features in Pixel phones.





Google just announced the Pixel 10 series, and they're the first flagship Android phones with Qi2 magnets—just like Apple's iPhones, you can magnetically connect them to Qi2 and MagSafe accessories, like chargers, wallets, grips, and more. Google has a few first-party accessories launching—the Pixelsnap Charger, Pixelsnap Charger With Stand, Pixelsnap Ring Stand, and Pixelsnap cases—and we'll be evaluating them all as we test the phones.


You can read about all the specs and new features available in the Pixel 10 series here, including all the top AI capabilities, but here's a quick summary: The Pixel 10's most notable improvement is the addition of a 5X optical zoom camera, effectively giving it a triple-camera system. It also has a brighter screen, and the top speaker has been upgraded for better bass and overall audio quality.

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