Overall Score
75.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#517)75.5
Performance(#1791)83.5
Camera(#536)94.4
Display(#1092)85.6
Battery(#422)87.6
Build(#759)80.5
Connectivity(#1456)74.8
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 4 XL
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 4 XL features a sleek design with a glass front and back, both protected by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 193 grams.
- Its 6.3-inch P-OLED display boasts a resolution of 1440 x 3040 pixels, a 90Hz refresh rate, and HDR support, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 12.2 MP wide lens and a 16 MP telephoto lens, offering 2x optical zoom and impressive video capabilities up to 4K at 30fps.
- The 3700 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging and wireless charging, ensuring adequate power throughout the day.
- Running on Android 10, it is upgradable to Android 13, providing a smooth software experience with regular updates.
- Special features include stereo speakers and a lack of a headphone jack, emphasizing a modern design choice.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone is available in three colors: Clearly White, Just Black, and Oh So Orange.
- Overall, the Pixel 4 XL combines premium build quality, excellent display, and strong camera performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, October 15
Announced2019, October 15
DescriptionAlso known as Google Pixel XL4
Display
Size6.3"
TypeP-OLED, 90Hz, HDR
Resolution1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~537 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS16 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1.22µm, no AFTOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
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
Capacity3700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions160.4 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm (6.31 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)
Weight193 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsClearly White, Just Black, Oh So Orange
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 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 10, upgradable to Android 13
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer