Upcoming Pixel 10 Pro XL Reveal Unveils Speed Disappointment for Enthusiasts Prior to Launch
Google's Pixel 10 Pro XL Unveils Improved CPU Performance, Yet GPU Lags Behind
The highly anticipated Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, set to be officially announced tomorrow, has been the subject of a recent benchmark leak. Although the leak should be taken with a pinch of salt, it suggests that the Pixel 10 Pro XL, powered by the Tensor G5 chip, delivers improved CPU performance over its predecessor but shows notably weaker GPU performance compared to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite and its successors.
According to the leaked benchmark scores, the Pixel 10 Pro XL scored a single-core score of 2,296 and a multi-core score of 6,203 on the Geekbench 6 CPU test. These scores represent a substantial multi-core gain of 46% compared to the Pixel 9 Pro XL. However, the GPU performance appears to be a potential concern, with leaked benchmarks suggesting lower GPU scores and possible optimization issues.
In comparison, devices equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and its upcoming S26 Ultra, showcase higher clock speeds and a more powerful GPU architecture (Adreno 830). This results in superior GPU performance, widely regarded better for gaming and graphics-intensive tasks.
The Pixel 10 Pro XL, while not leading in GPU performance, still represents Google’s best Tensor chip yet with a solid CPU uplift thanks to TSMC’s 3nm process. As the competition heats up with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, the Pixel 10 Pro XL remains a strong choice for users prioritizing a balanced experience and Android updates.
The official announcement of the Pixel 10 range is expected tomorrow, with the Pixel 10 Pro XL being part of this lineup. While the benchmark leak did not specify which version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 the Pixel 10 Pro XL was compared to, it is clear that the Pixel 10 Pro XL's GPU performance underwhelms compared to Snapdragon 8 Elite-driven devices.
In summary, the Pixel 10 Pro XL’s GPU performance underwhelms compared to Snapdragon 8 Elite-driven devices, despite notable CPU improvements. The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will push this gap further, though the Pixel 10 Pro XL remains a strong choice for users prioritizing a balanced experience and Android updates.
[1] Reddit post: Link to the benchmark leak [2] Google's official announcement: Expected to be announced tomorrow [3] Comparison table:
| Aspect | Pixel 10 Pro XL (Tensor G5) | Snapdragon 8 Elite (e.g., Galaxy S25 Ultra) | |----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------| | CPU | 1x Cortex-X4 3.78GHz, 5x Cortex-A725 3.05GHz, 2x Cortex-A520 2.25GHz | 2x 2nd-gen Oryon 4.32GHz, 6x 2nd-gen Oryon 3.53GHz | | GPU | Imagination DXT-48-1536, no ray tracing | Adreno 830 GPU, more advanced graphics capability | | CPU Performance | Single-core 2296, multi-core 6203 (Geekbench 6) | Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU ~86% faster overall[4] | | GPU Performance | Leaked benchmarks suggest lower GPU scores, possible optimization issues | Superior GPU performance, widely regarded better for gaming and graphics | | Release Date | August 20, 2025 | Various devices released earlier or soon after; Galaxy S26 expected early 2026 | | Device Competition | Solid flagship but GPU lags behind Snapdragon phones; good for reliable daily use[3] | Superior performance with more headroom, especially with Galaxy S26 Ultra upcoming | [4] Comparison of CPU performance: Source [5] Comparison of GPU performance: Source
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