The Pixel 10 series is here, and it looks like the previous models. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL all look the same as the Pixel 9 series. The only difference is that the base Pixel 10 has an extra camera. This might seem boring to some, but the design is solid, and the build quality is top-notch. It's hard to complain when the current design is so good. However, there's a big issue that needs to be addressed.

    The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro have a weight problem. They are heavy for their size. The Pixel 9 Pro weighs 199 grams, and the regular Pixel 9 weighs 198 grams. This might not sound like much, but when you compare them to other phones with similar screen sizes, the difference is noticeable. For example, the Galaxy S25 has a 6. 2-inch screen and weighs just 162 grams. It's much more comfortable to hold. The iPhone 16, with a 6. 1-inch screen, weighs 170 grams. These phones feel lighter and more balanced in the hand.

    The Pixel 9 Pro's weight is a problem because it's not just about the numbers. It's about how the phone feels in your hand. The Pixel 9 Pro feels dense and top-heavy. This is because all that weight is crammed into a small profile. It's not just the Pro model that has this issue. The base Pixel 9 is just as heavy and has fewer features. The weight makes these phones feel bulky and uncomfortable to use.

    The weight issue is likely to continue with the Pixel 10 series. The leaked renders show that the Pixel 10 Pro has basically the same dimensions as the Pixel 9 Pro. The base Pixel 10 is a bit thicker and might be even heavier with the extra camera. It's possible that Google could find a way to make the phones lighter, but with such similar designs, it's hard to see how they could do it.

    The weight issue is a big problem for the Pixel 9 Pro. The whole point of the Pro model is to have Pro features in a small, compact phone. The display size is right, but the weight ruins the experience. It's disappointing because the Pixel 9 Pro could be a great phone if it weren't for the weight. It's hard to see how the Pixel 10 series will be any different.

Pixel 10's Weighty Dilemma: A Closer Look

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