Highlights

 Google Pixel 10 leak suggests base Pixel 10 may skip vapour chamber cooling, potentially affecting thermal performance during gaming or heavy use.

• While it might gain a telephoto lens, the main sensor could be downgraded in size.
• Features like Ultra Res Zoom may remain Pro-only.

The Google Pixel 10 series is one of the most anticipated Android flagship launches. However, some recent leaks have suggested that the standard Pixel 10 might come with a few letdowns. Despite expected improvements in performance and cameras, Google may once again cut corners with cooling.

Caption – Google Pixel 10’s previously leaked render. (Image credit – OnLeaks/AndroidHeadlines)

No Vapour Chamber for Pixel 10?

According to a new report from AndroidHeadlines, the base Pixel 10 could skip vapour chamber cooling, a feature that helps manage heat during intense use. This would be similar to last year’s Pixel 9, which also missed out on this tech. In contrast, the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL both had vapour chambers to help keep temperatures under control.

It’s surprising that Google might leave out such a key feature on a flagship model, especially with the Tensor chip getting more powerful every year. A vapour chamber is almost expected at this point, so this decision, if true, could impact long-term performance during gaming or heavy multitasking.

More Compromises on the Pixel 10?

This isn’t the first compromise we’re hearing about. A recent leak shared the full camera specs of the Pixel 10 lineup. While the standard model is tipped to finally get a telephoto lens, its main camera sensor is reportedly getting downgraded from a larger 1/1.31-inch sensor to a smaller 1/1.95-inch sensor.

There’s more. The Pixel 10 is also expected to miss out on newer camera features like “Ultra Res Zoom” and ultra-stable video recording, which are likely to be exclusive to the Pro models.

Apart from this, the Android Headlines report also mentions the omission of WiFi 7 support in the Pixel 10. This is a bit surprising since the Google Pixel 9 lists WiFi 7 in the specifications, even though the Google Pixel 9a does not have WiFi 7 support.

With launch still a few months away, there is a chance that some of these details might change.

FAQs

Q1. Will the Pixel 10 include vapour chamber cooling?

Answer. According to reports, the base Pixel 10 may skip vapour chamber cooling, similar to the Pixel 9, which could affect thermal performance during heavy use.

Q2. Are there any camera compromises on the Pixel 10?

Answer. Yes, while the Pixel 10 is expected to gain a telephoto lens, its main sensor may be downgraded from 1/1.31-inch to 1/1.95-inch, and it may lack features like Ultra Res Zoom and ultra-stable video recording.

Q3. How does the Pixel 10 compare to the Pro models in terms of features?

Answer. The standard Pixel 10 may continue to miss out on premium features like vapour chamber cooling and advanced camera capabilities, which are expected to remain exclusive to the Pro variants.

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