If you were hoping to use a Pixel 9 case on your brand new Pixel 10, then we’re sorry to say, you’re going to be sorely disappointed.
Google’s official tech spec pages paint a murky picture. While there is only a 0.1mm thickness discrepancy, the Pixel 10 camera bar is where you will encounter issues with existing Pixel 9 cases. The larger camera bar area means that your new phone will pinch and bulge around the extrusion on the backplate of the latest Android flagship devices.
We had hoped ahead of launch that existing accessories would be fully compatible. However, while we are unable to showcase this just yet, it causes some severe pinching on the Pro XL model. The Pixel 10 can fit in the official Pixel 9 case with fewer issues. The USB-C charge port lines up with zero problems, and while the button covers have moved my fractions of a millimeter, they are clicky and responsive.
[Update 08/27]: Now that we can show and tell you all the details, here are some images of just what a Pixel 9 case looks like on a Pixel 10 – warning, it ain’t pretty:
You may be luckier with certain third-party cases, but please know that your mileage may vary drastically depending on the brand or the texture of the case. Firmer cases just won’t fit, but softer silicone options may be a little easier to squeeze onto the newer frame. I’m personally not going to say “don’t do this,” but I would be cautious because it poses a few risks. Firstly, you might not get a “nice” fit. Secondly, your brand new phone isn’t securely sealed and might fall out on a drop impact – causing more long-term damage.
This is all a little “source = trust me, bro” given we can’t show you what it actually looks like, but trust us, don’t make the mistake of hoping or thinking that a Pixel 9 case will be fine for your Pixel 10. It’s a super annoying little tidbit that we needed to share, as many are asking or speculating if it would be fine with last year’s cases.
Long story short: no, that Pixel 9 case won’t fit well on your soon-to-arrive Pixel 10.
More on Google Pixel 10:
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