Pixel 10 Pro XL Glitching Out in Viral Videos
Videos circulating on social media show the Pixel 10 Pro XL experiencing glitches while running Genshin Impact, a popular Android game. Textures flicker, controls misbehave, and the screen tears apart after the latest game update, leading to criticism of Google’s choice of GPU.
The issue seems to be related to Genshin Impact dropping support for PowerVR GPUs with a recent update. Despite not officially supporting PowerVR graphics, the game can still launch on devices that don’t meet the minimum requirements, but may face performance issues.
Google’s switch to Imagination Technologies’ PowerVR series for the Pixel 10 lineup has raised concerns about compatibility with games like Genshin Impact. However, early testing by Android Authority showed that other demanding games ran smoothly on the Pixel 10 Pro XL.
While the glitches in the viral videos may be caused by specific factors, the contrast with actual testing highlights potential issues with the Pixel 10’s GPU performance. Google may need to address these concerns with future driver updates to ensure compatibility with popular games.
