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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you’re looking for a larger screen with a higher resolution and refresh rate, and a better zoom on the camera, the Google Pixel 6 Pro is a great choice despite its higher price. However, the Google Pixel 6 will save you money and still offers plenty of high-quality features, such as a good camera and the same processor for overall performance. Both phones come with Pixel-exclusive features, but only the 6 Pro has a telephoto lens with significant optical zoom capabilities. If these camera features and a smoother screen are not critical for you, the standard Pixel 6 provides a more budget-friendly option with many of the same benefits. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel 6
- The Google Pixel 6 has no clear advantages over the Google Pixel 6 Pro.
Advantages of the Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Very good for taking photos
- Good for recording videos
- Best in class display quality
- Good performance
Key differences
Screen Size
The Google Pixel 6 has a screen size of 6.4 inches and the Google Pixel 6 Pro is 6.71 inches.
Cost
$270
$309
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The Google Pixel 6 has a price of $270 and the Google Pixel 6 Pro costs $309.
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Key similarities
Overall Camera Quality
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Google Pixel 6 Pro to have very good overall camera quality, while the Google Pixel 6 has good overall camera quality.
The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro both deliver excellent photo experiences, with the Pro offering additional camera versatility thanks to its superior telephoto lens. The Pixel 6 has a good selfie camera, but the Pixel 6 Pro steps it up even further, making it an ideal choice for users who value high selfie quality and a more versatile camera system for different photography scenarios.
Photo Quality
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Google Pixel 6 Pro to have very good photos, while the Google Pixel 6 takes good photos.
The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro both take very good photos, with the Pixel 6 Pro being a bit superior in the selfie department. This difference is reflected in camera software features such as Magic Eraser, with the Pixel 6 Pro offering a slight edge in versatility and overall camera software experience while also accommodating a more diverse range of photography needs through its additional capabilities.
Video Quality
7.0
7.3
The Google Pixel 6 Pro and Google Pixel 6 both have good videos.
While both the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro produce high-quality videos, the Pixel 6 Pro provides a better video experience. The Pixel 6 Pro has an excellent video software experience with high stabilization and dynamic range, making it superior, especially in low light conditions, compared to the Google Pixel 6 which ranks lower in these aspects and has a very good rather than excellent rating in the video software experience.
Battery
6.9 Hours
6.7 Hours
The Google Pixel 6 has 6.9 hours of battery life. The Google Pixel 6 Pro has 6.7 hours of battery life.
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How the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 6 Pro compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Google Pixel 6 | Google Pixel 6 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$270 | $309 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | |||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 28, 2022 | October 28, 2022 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.4" | 6.71" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | Yes | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 411 | 512 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Tensor | Tensor | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 50 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.9 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 4614 mAh | 5003 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 21 W | 23 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | Yes (5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.24" x 2.94" | 6.45" x 2.99" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.30 oz | 7.41 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 6e | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | |
Color | |||
Color | Stormy Black, Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral | Stormy Black, Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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Taylor Kerns | April 2022
"It punches above its weight in nearly every way: performance is great, build quality is very good, and the cameras positively rip. this is a big phone, which is a bit of a shock after the compact Pixel 4 and Pixel 5. But it’s a very good big phone at a very good price."
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James Peckham | August 2022
"The Google Pixel 6 Pro has one of the best screens you’ll find on a smartphone, and you’ll get a bright and bold picture no matter what you’re doing. That’s a big deal for many, and for some it may be reason enough to buy this phone. Its main sensor is fantastic, the telephoto is strong and there are new exciting software features too."
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About Google
Google can be considered a relatively new player in the smartphone industry, joining as late as 2016 with their phone, the Google Pixel. Since then, the Pixel lineup has undergone many changes, but it has always been characterized by a focus on photography and clean software, by providing a pure Android experience. By virtue of Google being the creator of the Android operating system, Pixels are known for receiving timely software updates and for being supported with updates for a long time. Additionally, over the past few generations of devices, Google started designing their own processors. This allowed for the implementation of unique software features that are not present in any other phone, such as automatic call screening and unique voice transcribing capabilities.
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