Pixel 10 Pro XL benchmarks draw mixed reaction

Leaked Pixel 10 Pro XL benchmark scores drew a mixed online reaction ahead of Google's reveal.

Pixel 10 Pro XL benchmarks trigger online backlash

Two images circulating on Reddit appear to show Geekbench 6 CPU results and Antutu scores for a Pixel 10 Pro XL and a Pixel 9 Pro XL. The Pixel 10 Pro XL is said to run the Tensor G5 built by TSMC, and one post suggests the device was a demo unit that was remotely factory reset after posting.
Reaction online is mixed. Some see a big multi core jump, while others say the GPU numbers lag behind the Pixel 9 Pro XL and rival phones. Antutu GPU scores appear weaker than expected. Google is set to reveal the Pixel 10 phones soon, with the Tensor G5 expected to power all models. Leaks are not final and drivers and software updates can change performance. Still, these numbers raise questions about whether the new hardware brings a real, noticeable improvement for everyday use.

Leaks like this show how a new chip can shape expectations before the full story is known. Google is moving Tensor to a chip built by TSMC, which is a milestone, but numbers from early tests rarely capture real world use or software improvements.
If the Pixel 10 fails to offer a clear performance edge, the company risks a credibility gap among buyers who expect a flagship leap. The real test will be in software features, camera performance, and battery life, all of which can outweigh raw numbers when someone chooses a phone.

Highlights

The pixel 10 will reveal whether Google can translate a chip milestone into a true consumer advantage.