I like the way you are comparing with the pixel 10 and NOT other phones
Else you will start wondering why you got pixel in the first place
Eh. I use other phones also but I still got a pixel again. Sure it's not the best in specs, end of the day people who buys a pixel knows what they are getting into.
You mention pixel can't double tap to turn off screen and Chinese phones are leagues ahead. That's a valid point but from my experience Oppo also not say very customizable. Like can't even remove the Google discover page on the left side without a workaround.
Since you said he only compares to pixel 10, I'll compare it with oppo to give an example. For me oppo x9u ultra wide is just plain dumb since it's the only phone I've ever used that can't be used with a gimbal due to the positioning of the lens. I rather have a lower spec camera than a camera that's completely useless to me. But for others who don't use a gimbal, it's a good camera.
If pixel is not the phone for you then that's fine. Like for me, I'll never ever get a Xiaomi again because of the lack of updates among other stuff but for others it's their daily driver.
End of the day, everyone have different needs and preferences and no phone is perfect. Let's all just enjoy our purchases.
No offense but you already got your point across and your points are valid for sure. It's ok to point out the flaws but there's no need to keep bashing others. You are entitled to your opinion and he is entitled to his opinion. Let him enjoy his phone. A phone doesn't have to have the best specs or hardware as long as it meets the user's needs.
And no, I'm not brand loyal (or defending pixel) as I switch between different brands. I bought it knowing I'll probably switch to another brand a few months later.
Not picking a fight with you or anything by the way but let's not make this place a toxic one.