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Apple iPad (2025) vs Pixel 6: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPad (2025) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Google · 2021

Pixel 6

Pixel 6
80/ 100
Launch price$599
Head-to-head

Apple iPad (2025) wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad (2025)
Apple iPad (2025)
3 wins
Pixel 6
Pixel 6
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad (2025)Pixel 6
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedPixel 6
    70
    80
  • CameraPixel 6
    80
    88
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad (2025)
    86
    78
  • DisplayApple iPad (2025)
    94
    74
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueApple iPad (2025)
    85
    80
Key differences
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,614 mAh
  • Apple iPad (2025) has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger screen11" vs 6.4"
  • Pixel 6 has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+386 mAh)
  • ✓11" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Pixel 6
  • ✓792 g lighter (207 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9400 cheaper at launch ($599 vs $9999)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad (2025)Pixel 6
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size11"6.4"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2400x1080 (411 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion90 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A800 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A16 Bionic Google Tensor (5nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedMali-G78 MP20
Operating SystemiOS Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 6 Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.85, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP8 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm
WeightN/A207 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,614 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed21W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothNot listed5.2
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$599
Our verdict

Apple iPad (2025) wins — BeastScore 80.8/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPad (2025) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 80.4 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+386 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPad (2025) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 80.4 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+386 mAh more)

Buy Pixel 6 if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad (2025) or Pixel 6?

Apple iPad (2025) leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.8/100 compared to Pixel 6 (80.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.8 vs top rival 80.4 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+386 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad (2025) and Pixel 6?

Apple iPad (2025) has a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Pixel 6 has a 6.4-inch display and 4614 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad (2025) and Pixel 6 compare for speed?

Apple iPad (2025) scores 70/100 for performance; Pixel 6 scores 80/100.

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