Overall Score
70.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#418)70.8
Performance(#698)70.8
Camera(#145)56.3
Display(#907)84.5
Battery(#358)73.5
Build(#1913)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Google Pixel 6
Short Review
- The Google Pixel 6 features a modern design with a glass front and back, both protected by Gorilla Glass, and an aluminum frame, weighing 207 grams.
- Its 6.4-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and supports a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and HDR10+ for vibrant colors.
- Powered by the Google Tensor chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
- The camera system is impressive, featuring a 50 MP wide lens with optical image stabilization and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps.
- The 4614 mAh battery supports 30W wired and wireless charging, providing ample power for daily use.
- Running on Android 12, the device is upgradable to Android 15, ensuring longevity with up to five major updates.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The Pixel 6 also includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio.
- Available in Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, and Stormy Black, it combines aesthetics with functionality.
- Notably, it lacks a headphone jack, aligning with current design trends.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, October 19
Announced2021, October 19
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.4"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Performance
ChipsetGoogle Tensor (5 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G78 MP20
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1.25µm
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4614 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4614 mAh
Charging DetailsWired (based on 30W charger), PD3.0, 50% in 30 min21W wirelessReverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm (6.24 x 2.94 x 0.35 in)
Weight207 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 15, up to 5 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 15, up to 5 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo