Overview

• Google confirms that all Pixel 10 variants with 256GB or more use UFS 4.0, which roughly doubles peak read/write performance over UFS 3.1 and reduces power consumption.
• The 128GB Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro stay on UFS 3.1, making 256GB the minimum choice to get the faster, more efficient standard.
• Pixel 10 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold models at 512GB or 1TB add Zoned UFS, which SK Hynix says organizes data into zones to sustain speed and extend storage lifespan.
• Paired with the Tensor G5 chip, the storage upgrade should improve responsiveness, though journalists note typical daily use may not feel dramatically different.
• Availability of the highest-capacity Zoned UFS configurations may vary by region, with some reports suggesting they could be limited outside certain markets.