Overall Score
72.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#647)72.8
Performance(#2094)80.4
Camera(#536)94.4
Display(#1055)86.1
Battery(#507)84.0
Build(#759)80.5
Connectivity(#1557)73.5
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 3
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 3 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm and weighing 148 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch P-OLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels with HDR support, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals at approximately 443 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, complemented by 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 12.2 MP sensor with OIS, capable of capturing high-quality images and recording 4K video at 30fps.
- Battery life is supported by a 2915 mAh capacity, with 18W fast charging and wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradeable to Android 12, ensuring a smooth software experience.
- It includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio but lacks a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options are robust, featuring Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- Water resistance is not specified, but the overall build quality is commendable.
- The Pixel 3 is available in Clearly White, Just Black, and Not Pink colors.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, October 18
Announced2018, October 09
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeP-OLED, HDR
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~443 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.5 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12.2 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2915 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2915 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm (5.73 x 2.69 x 0.31 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsClearly White, Just Black, Not Pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/75 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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer