With Google expected to unveil the Pixel 10 lineup this August, an early prototype of the phone has surfaced in a surprising place — a Chinese auction site — revealing some intriguing details ahead of the official announcement. While the design seems familiar, there’s a notable camera upgrade that could make this year’s Pixel stand out.
The device in question appeared on Goofish, a Chinese secondhand marketplace. According to the listing, the prototype is tied to the Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) phase, though a closer look at the photos shows a “DVT” (Design Validation Test) label — which usually indicates an earlier stage in the product development cycle.
One of the biggest takeaways from the leak is confirmation of Google’s upcoming Tensor G5 chip, said to be built on TSMC’s 3nm process. This should offer better efficiency and thermal performance compared to previous models.
Design-wise, the prototype doesn’t stray far from the Pixel 9. It’s still expected to feature a 6.3-inch flat OLED panel with slim bezels and Google’s signature horizontal camera bar on the back. However, the camera system has received a notable upgrade. Instead of the typical dual-lens setup found on base Pixel models, this unit includes three lenses: a 48MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide, and — for the first time on a non-Pro Pixel — a 10.8MP (1/3.2″) 5x periscope telephoto sensor. This zoom capability was previously reserved for Pro variants and the Pixel Fold. This addition will surely enhance clarity in long-range zoom shots by a significant margin, at least when there is sufficient light.
Of course, any information from auction listings should be taken with caution. But with Google’s Made by Google event rumored for August 20, where the Pixel Watch 4 is also expected to debut, we won’t have to wait long for confirmation.
If the leak holds true, the Pixel 10 could offer a significant camera upgrade while keeping the clean design Pixel users know well. Whether that’s enough to stand out in a crowded flagship market remains to be seen.
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