A comparison of the Google Pixel 6 and the Google Pixel 6 Pro will help you decide which of Google's new flagship smartphones is right for you. We were impressed with both of these flagships in our Google Pixel 6 review and our Google Pixel 6 Pro review, but there are some key differences you need to know about.

The Pixel 6 series as a whole has evolved significantly from its predecessors with Google's new Tensor chipset, a novel new design, better cameras, and many other but welcome hardware and software innovations The Pixel 6 Pro, as its name suggests, offers a larger display, a bigger battery, a telephoto camera, and much more.

To help you compare the two Pixel 6 models, we've summarized the features, prices, and specs of the two models below. There is also a Google Pixel 6 vs Pixel 5 comparison if you want to see what's new from the previous generation.

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are definitely a bargain compared to models like the iPhone 13 and Samsung Galaxy S21, but there is still a $300 price difference between the two Pixel phones.

The base 128GB Google Pixel 6 starts at $599 with the option to add an additional 256GB of storage; the Pixel 6 Pro costs $899 with the option to add more storage; and the Pixel 6 Pro starts at $999 with the option to add more storage.

Those who have already decided to purchase the Pixel 6 can start pre-ordering. The release date is October 28. Visit our Most Deals page for the best Pixel 6 deals.

The two Pixel 6 models look quite similar, with Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back and a prominent turtle rubber on the back that separates the two color blocks.

The two phones have different color options: the Pixel 6 comes in Stormy Black, Sorta Seafoam, and Kinda Coral, while the Pro model comes in Stormy Black, Cloudy White, and Sorta Sunny.

The two models differ in several ways. The most obvious is size, with the Pixel 6 featuring a 6.4-inch OLED display and the Pixel 6 Pro offering a 6.7-inch panel; the Pixel 6 has two cameras on the back, while the Pixel 6 Pro has three.

Aside from size, the displays of both models are also different: the Pixel 6 has a 90 Hz refresh rate, while the Pixel 6 Pro has 120 Hz. The base Pixel 6 has an FHD+ resolution panel, while the Pixel 6 Pro has a shapely QHD screen.

In lab tests, the Pixel 6 showed an average brightness of 497 nits with adaptive brightness turned off and 843 nits with it turned on; the Pixel 6 Pro showed similar 495.3 and 842 nits, respectively.

The Pixel 6 panel recorded 100.9% and 70.1% in the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces, while the Pixel 6 Pro recorded 104.2% and 73.8% in the same tests. The two models were also comparable in terms of color accuracy, with scores of 0.28 and 0.3 on the Delta-E test (0 being perfect).

The basic Pixel 6 has two cameras on the back, a 50MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera; the Pixel 6 Pro adds a third camera, a 48MP tele camera with 4x optical zoom and 20x digital zoom . The standard Pixel 6 has a 7x digital zoom.

Both models have a single 12MP camera on the front, but with different viewing angles: the Pixel 6's camera has an 84-degree field of view, while the Pixel 6 Pro has 94 degrees to fit more into the frame.

These new cameras also have new software capabilities; Google has introduced a new Magic Eraser to help remove unwanted areas of a photo, a Motion mode for long exposures and action shots, and Face Unblur Face Unblur, which helps to sharpen a person's face if the camera fails to capture it.

There's a lot to dig into with the Pixel 6 camera, so check out our detailed guide to Google Pixel 6 camera upgrades. Also, be sure to check out our Pixel 6 review and Pixel 6 Pro review for a photo comparison with the iPhone 13.

Google has included a new chip called Tensor in the Pixel 6. At the heart of Tensor is the Tensor Processor Unit (TPU), which handles any AI tasks performed by the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. This means that other resources can be freed up for other tasks, potentially leading to improved performance and battery life.

The two Pixel models are differentiated in terms of memory capacity: the Pixel 6 has 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage. The Pixel 6 Pro instead features 12GB RAM and either 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage.

Every year, Google releases phones with the latest version of Android. As such, the Pixel 6 series comes with Android 12. Both benefit from the latest tricks of the Google Assistant, including live translation of messages, media, and voice, quick phrases for easier voice control, and enhanced call assistance.

While the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro were a step behind the iPhone 13 and Galaxy S21 series in some tests, both performed well in benchmark tests In Geekbench 5, the Pixel 6 scored 1,029 in the single-core test, 2,696 in the multi-core test, while the Pixel 6 Pro scored a comparable 1,027 and 2,720.

In 3DMark Wild Life, which measures graphics performance, the Pixel 6 averaged 34 frames per second and the Pixel 6 Pro recorded a high 40 fps. That's 48 seconds. This is good, but not as good as the iPhone 13's 26 seconds.

The Google Pixel 6 has a 4,614 mAh battery, while the Pixel 6 Pro has a larger 5,003 mAh battery. Google rates both models as having "over 24 hours of battery life," and up to 4 8 hours with Extreme Battery Saver mode turned on.

In Tom's Guide's battery test, the Pixel 6 lasted 8 hours and 13 minutes, while the Pixel 6 Pro's best time was a disappointing 7 minutes and 53 seconds. The models on our best smartphone battery life list were 11 hours, and we consider more than 10 hours to be good. But this is just one battery test, and you can get more durability in everyday use by optimizing for you, such as prioritizing Google's Tensor chip over other apps.

Neither the Pixel 6 nor the Pixel 6 Pro comes with a charger, but both models support fast charging, reaching 50% capacity in 30 minutes when using a 30W USB-C charger. Both models also support fast wireless charging, 21W for the Pixel 6 and 23W for the Pixel 6 Pro, using Google's optional Pixel Stand (2nd generation).

The $899 Pixel 6 Pro lives up to its name compared to the basic Pixel 6. With an additional rear-facing camera, a larger and faster 120 Hz display, and more memory, it has enough hardware to compete with the latest models from Samsung and Apple.

But for the best value, the regular Pixel 6 is the phone to get: for $599, you get a 6.4-inch 90Hz display and a great camera. Plus, you'll enjoy the same powerful Tensor processor, useful software, and photo features like Magic Erase.

Basically, it comes down to how much you are willing to pay for a larger screen and telephoto zoom.

After your purchase, be sure to check out the best Google Pixel 6 cases and the best Google Pixel 6 Pro cases to protect your investment.