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Released: 2018, October 18

Google Pixel 3 XL

Overall Score

73.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#612)73.5
Performance(#2094)80.4
Camera(#536)94.4
Display(#998)87.7
Battery(#443)87.0
Build(#759)80.5
Connectivity(#1557)73.5
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Google Pixel 3 XL features a sleek design with a glass front and back, both protected by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, measuring 158 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm and weighing 184 grams.
  • Its 6.3-inch P-OLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels with HDR support, providing vibrant colors and sharp details at approximately 523 ppi.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers smooth 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 f/1.8 aperture, dual pixel PDAF, and optical image stabilization, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
  • Battery capacity is 3430 mAh, supporting 18W wired and wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, ensuring a clean software experience.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1, while stereo speakers enhance audio quality.
  • Notably, it lacks a headphone jack, which may be a consideration for some users.
  • The Pixel 3 XL is available in Clearly White, Just Black, and Not Pink colors.
  • Overall, it combines premium build quality with strong performance and an excellent camera.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018, October 18
Announced2018, October 09
DescriptionAlso known as Google Pixel XL3

Display

Size6.3"
TypeP-OLED, HDR
Resolution1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~523 ppi density)
PPI1440
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

Capacity3430 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3430 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓

Build & Safety

Dimensions158 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Weight184 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