Overall Score
61.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2171)61.6
Performance(#2953)62.5
Camera(#1005)49.9
Display(#1162)79.5
Battery(#4586)43.5
Build(#92)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 2
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 2 features a compact design with dimensions of 145.7 x 69.7 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 143g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 5 and an aluminum frame.
- It sports a 5.0-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth operation for most tasks.
- The camera system includes a 12.2 MP rear camera with dual pixel PDAF and OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 2700 mAh battery supports 10.5W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.0 Oreo, it is upgradable to Android 11, offering a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1, but it does not support 5G.
- The device features stereo speakers but omits a headphone jack.
- Available colors include Kinda Blue, Just Black, and Clearly White, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, October 17
Announced2017, October 04
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12.2 MP
Main Camera Details12.2 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Video Recording4K@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@30/60/120fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10.5W wired (capped), PD2.0
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions145.7 x 69.7 x 7.8 mm (5.74 x 2.74 x 0.31 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsKinda Blue, Just Black, Clearly White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat15 800/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 11
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo