Google’s Tensor chips have long prioritized AI and smart features over raw horsepower, but as 2026’s flagship competition reaches its peak with Ultra flagships, that strategy is being put to the test. In our recent comparison between the Pixel 10 Pro XL’s Tensor G5 and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 found in the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, we saw a staggering performance gap. While the Snapdragon chip easily maintained 120fps in demanding titles like COD Mobile, the Tensor G5 often struggled to maintain 90fps, drawing more power in the process.
We asked our readers if this lackluster performance puts them off buying a Google Pixel. Here are the results:
