Google Pixel XL Specs, review, opinions, comparisons

Google Pixel XL Top Specs

Release Date: 2016, October
Dimensions: 154.7 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm
Weight: 168 g
Screen: 5.5", AMOLED
Main Camera: Single, 12.3 MP
Selfi Camera: Single, 8 MP
Memory: 32/128 GB, 4 GB RAM
CPU:
Battery: 3450 mAh
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

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Technical specifications

General specs
Brand and model	Google Pixel XL
Release date	2016, October
Dimensions (HxWxD)	154.7 Х 75.7 Х 8.5 mm
Weight	168 g
Body build	Front glass, aluminum body, partial glass back
Colors	Quite Black, Very Silver, Really Blue
Battery	3450 mAh, Non-removable Li-Ion
Battery life
Stand by time- Up to 552 h (3G) Talking time- Up to 32 h (3G) Music play - Up to 130 h
Approximate price	380 EUR

Screen
Technology	AMOLED
Touchscreen	capacitive touchscreen
Display colors	16M
Screen size	5.5" inc
Screen area	83.4 cm²
Screen format	16:9 (height:width)
Screen to body ratio	71.2%
Screen resolution	1440 x 2560 px
PPI /points per inch/	534 PPI
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4

Camera and Video
Rear camera, main	12.3 MP, Single
Camera specs
-12.3 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3'', 1.55µm, PDAF & laser AF
Functions	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video	2160p@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps
Front camera, selfie	8 MP, Single
Specifications	8 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.2'', 1.4µm
Video	1080p@30fps

Performance
Operating system OS	Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Chipset	- Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
Processor CPU
- Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
Graphics processor GPU	- Adreno 530
External memory	No
Internal memory	32/128 GB, 4 GB RAM
Antutu 7 score	145789
GeekBench 5 Single Core	310
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core	861
GeekBench 4 Single Core	1627
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core	4060
GeekBench 4 RenderScript	7506
GeekBench 4 Battery	2141

Communication and Connectivity
SIM card	Nano-SIM
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE
Show all network frequencies:
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps or LTE-A (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
GPRS	Yes
Edge	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC	Yes
USB	3.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
Harmful irradiation
SAR - 0.89 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body) SAR EU - 0.25 W/kg (head) 0.44 W/kg (body)

Music and Audio
Radio	No
Headphone jack	Yes
Others
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

Other features
- Sensors - Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer - Fast battery charging - Splash and dust resistant - Versions: Global, USA, North America

Google Pixel XL Video review - click to play

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Google Pixel XL cost?

The base approximate price of the Google Pixel XL was around 380 EUR after it was officially announced. At this point, the price may be lower.

What is the release date for Google Pixel XL ?

The official release date is 2016, October.

What is the weight of Google Pixel XL ?

The weight of the Google Pixel XL is 168 g.

What is the screen size of Google Pixel XL, how big is?

The screen size of the Google Pixel XL is 5.5" inches.

What are the dimensions of the Google Pixel XL, what are the sizes ?

The size of the Google Pixel XL is 154.7 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm (HxWxD).

Does Google Pixel XL support 5G?

No, it does not support 5G

Is Google Pixel XL waterproof?

No, it is not waterproof.

Does Google Pixel XL have fast charging?

Yes, it supports fast charging.

Does Google Pixel XL have wireless charging?

No, it does not support wireless charging.

Does Google Pixel XL have Google Play Services? ?

Yes, it supports the services of Google Play store, gmail, youtube, etc.

How many cameras does the Google Pixel XL have?

There is Single main camera and Single selfi camera.

How to turn on Google Pixel XL ?

To turn on the phone, press and hold the power key until the logo appears on the screen, then release the key. If the phone does not turn on after a few seconds, connect the charger and try again in a minute.

How to turn off Google Pixel XL ?

To turn off the phone, press and hold the power button until the power icon appears, then tap the power icon.

How to restart Google Pixel XL ?

To restart the phone, press and hold the volume down key and the power key at the same time until the logo appears on the screen, then release them. This may take up to 30 seconds.

How to take a screenshot on Google Pixel XL ?

To take a screenshot, press and release the volume down button and the power button at the same time. A thumbnail of the screenshot will appear immediately after that.