When comparing LG V10 vs Google Pixel, the Slant community recommends Google Pixel for most people. In the question“What are the best phones released in 2016?” Google Pixel is ranked 2nd while LG V10 is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose Google Pixel is:
Given it's a Google phone, new updates will roll out rather frequently and for a long time on this phone. So you'll get the latest Android.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Informative second screen
Additional smaller screen above the usual one, incredibly useful for multitasking, notifications, music controls. It also has an always on functionality with low power consumption thanks to the small size and separate backlight.
Pro Removeable battery and MicroSD slot
The rear cover can be removed to access an SD card slot and replaceable battery. This allows you to expand the storage capabilities of the device, and to swap batteries when you have no access to a charger for an extended time.
Pro High quality camera
The 16 megapixel rear camera takes photos that compete with the phones released spring 2016, despite being 6 months older. No phone camera from 2015 is superior, and only one or two can compete.
Pro 32 bit DAC
The digital audio converter on this phone is excellent, surpassing even the additional module that can be added to the LG G5 for a higher price, and it's built in. If you're an audiophile, or even just a regular Joe with really good headphones, you'll appreciate the quality of sound.
Pro IR Blaster
Control most tv's and more, easily with built in IR blaster.
Pro Wide-angle front camera
Dual front camera setup with a wide angle option for group photographs.
Pro Fingerprint scanner for security
On the rear power button is a nicely positioned fingerprint scanner that (after being updated) now is a quick and quality reader. Great for security and as an easy lock for your device.
Pro Durable construction
Steel side rails, a durable silicon/rubber back, and two layers of glass protecting the LCD display leave this phone as one of the most rugged competitors on the market, and one of very few that are certified to military drop test standards.
Pro Manual video recording controls
Fine tune your recordings with various adjustments before or during filming.
Pro Software remains up to date
Given it's a Google phone, new updates will roll out rather frequently and for a long time on this phone. So you'll get the latest Android.
Pro Likely the best smartphone camera from 2016
Compared to other smartphones, the Pixel camera currently (October 2016) holds the highest score from DXO mark (in terms of color depth, saturation, etc). Many reviews also praise it as the smartphone camera which takes the best pictures out there. Also the camera really launches fast, allowing you to capture sudden moments. Although there is no hardware OIS (optical image stabilization), the software stabilization does a great job.
You can see a comparison video here of the Pixel against the iPhone 7, Galaxy S7, HTC 10, Sony Xperia XZ and LG G5.
Pro Unlimited original size Google Photos backup
With this phone (only at the moment), you can back up on Google Photos the original version of your photos (full resolution) at no cost. Other phones can upload unlimited photos to Google Photos as well, although they will be compressed image files.
Pro One of the fastest CPUs (in 2016)
The Google Pixel is using the new Snapdragon 821 processor. Other phones from earlier in the year have used the Snapdragon 820. The 821 only has minor differences to the 820.
Pro Integrated Google Assistant
Google Assistant is a more refined Google Now. It's more conversational, and can do different things instead of being limited to a single app. Google Assistant can bring up relevant information in more places than Google Now could, such as conversations within the Duo app.
Pro Fingerprint sensor can be used to trigger other actions
You can double tap the power button to start the camera, swipe the fingerprint sensor in various directions to trigger predefined actions like showing/hiding the notifications, which is pretty handy given it's on the back on the phone.
Pro USB-C charger
USB Type-C port, the future of USB (much more resistant than micro-USB and allows charging either way...). If you have other modern devices you're likely having one of those already, and if not you have a standard short USB-A cord in the package (also micro-USB to USB-C adapter for charging are very cheap).
Pro Daydream VR ready
The Pixel supports Google's VR standard (Daydream) with very rapid refresh rate, and all the required highly sensitive sensors.
Pro Exists in small and larger form factor
The spec are the same for both sizes, except the battery (2700mAh on the 5" Pixel, and 3450mAh on the Pixel XL) and screen resolution (1080p on the 5" Pixel, 1440p on the Pixel XL).
Pro Best Android based UI
Google Assistant, Pixel Launcher, Google Camera, and other google services are available only for pixel devices.
Pro Icons provides shortcuts to functions of that app without opening that app
For example, if you want to send a message, a long press on Messenger opens up options to start a new conversation or continue a recent conversation.
Pro Unofficially waterproof
Officially it's not waterproof (spill and splashes proof). However one guy already tried to immerse the phone in water for an hour and found it had no effect on the phone except distorting the speakers sound (while still wet, similar to officially waterproof phones).
Of course it is not recommended that anyone try this as it will most likely void the warranty and could potentially damage the phone.
Cons
Con Battery life is average at best
For heavier users, this phone will struggle to last you through the day. It does help however, that the battery can be replaced at any time, unlike most competitors nowadays. Of course adding an extra battery will be at an extra cost to the user.
Con Large build
This phone is big. It has a 5.7" screen, then another 2.1" screen, then two lips. It has steel rail sides. It's big, and if you aren't sure, go to a store and hold it in your hand to get a feel before you buy.
Con Not worth the price
The cost is bit higher than the related specs.
Con Camera may have lens flare issues
Some consumers have reported issue with lens flare in their pictures. It is not widely reported, but does seem to cause some people problems.
There is also a similar issue on the HTC 10, which is a close hardware design to the Pixel.
Con Not officially rated as waterproof
The Pixel (and Pixel XL) is not officially rated as waterproof, at all. It's only IP53 certified (5 for dust, 3 for water), which means it's pretty dust resistant, but would only survive a light rain or splashes, as opposed to the Galaxy S7 which is IP68 and iPhone 7 which is IP67.