Google Pixel 10a vs iPhone 17e UK: Mid-Range Showdown

The Google Pixel 10a and iPhone 17e have been announced, setting the stage for a low-key yet intriguing mid-range smartphone face-off in the UK. These two high-profile mid-priced smartphones are vying for pole position in the sub-£600 category.

The Google Pixel 10a is barely distinguishable from its predecessor, while the iPhone 17e has been described as a plate of warmed-up leftovers. However, their conservative approach promises to make for a fascinating comparison.

Google’s latest mid-range phone can be had for £100 less than the iPhone 17e, with pricing starting from £499. However, the iPhone 17e’s starting price gets you 256GB of storage, double that of the Google Pixel 10a.

The iPhone 17e also supports Qi2 charging, a feature omitted from the Google Pixel 10a. This means that Apple’s phone can seamlessly work with magnetically attaching chargers, cases, stands, and car mounts.

In terms of camera versatility, the Google Pixel 10a has an edge, with a 48Mp main sensor and a 13Mp ultra-wide lens. The iPhone 17e, on the other hand, has a single 48Mp camera with OIS support.

Performance-wise, the iPhone 17e has the upper hand, with the same Apple A19 processor that powers the iPhone 17. The Google Pixel 10a, on the other hand, runs on the older Tensor G4 processor.

Ultimately, the choice between the Google Pixel 10a and iPhone 17e depends on your priorities. If you want the cheapest phone with the most camera flexibility, the Google Pixel 10a is the better choice. If performance and Qi2 accessory-based luxuries are more your thing, the iPhone 17e is the way to go.