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The full specifications of the Google Pixel 10 have been leaked ahead of its launch.

Google is betting on a new optical zoom and reducing megapixels, relying on its image processing power

Google  is preparing to launch its new Pixel 10 in August, and many of its technical specifications have already been revealed. Leaks point to major changes in the cameras and targeted improvements in battery, display, and performance.

The inclusion of a new telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom completely changes the camera system of the base model. Although some specs are lower, Google is betting everything on its renowned computational photography.

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Google is preparing to launch its new Pixel 10 in August | La Derecha Diario

Camera changes: fewer megapixels, more intelligence

The main sensor would go from the Pixel 9's 50 MP to a 48 MP one, the same as the Pixel 9a. The ultra wide-angle also drops significantly, from 48 to 12 MP.

The big news is the 10.8 MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, which already appeared in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. It will also be used for macro photography, which explains the cuts in other lenses.

Google trusts its image processing

Despite the hardware reduction, the final photo quality is expected to improve thanks to software processing. The Pixel "a" models have already shown that it's possible to get the most out of smaller sensors.

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Changes in the cameras: fewer megapixels, more intelligence | La Derecha Diario

Other Pixel 10 specifications

The battery increases slightly to 4,970 mAh and the wired fast charging improves to 29 W. The maximum screen brightness also increases, reaching up to 3,000 nits.

As for the chip, the use of the new Tensor 5 manufactured in 3 nm by TSMC is confirmed. It will come with 12 GB of RAM and storage options of 128 or 256 GB.

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The use of the new Tensor 5 manufactured in 3nm by TSMC is confirmed | La Derecha Diario

What the base model doesn't include

Google is leaving out features that will be exclusive to the Pro models. The base Pixel 10 won't include Wi-Fi 7 or a vapor chamber for internal cooling.

This is not surprising: Google usually reserves the best specs for its premium line. Still, the base model promises good overall performance and battery life.

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