Google Pixel 2 XL
#1064
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
#1345Category Breakdown
Google Pixel 2 XL
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Performance
78.588.2
Camera
95.386.7
Display
86.281.7
Battery
26.824.2
Build
78.681.2
Connectivity
73.472.0
Audio
87.68.9
Overall
63.659.7
Summary
- The Google Pixel 2 XL features a 6.0-inch P-OLED display with a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels, offering a higher pixel density than the Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer's 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display at 1080 x 2248 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Pixel 2 XL is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset, while the Mi 8 Explorer uses the more advanced Snapdragon 845, resulting in better overall performance.
- Both devices have capable cameras, but the Mi 8 Explorer includes a dual-camera setup with 2x optical zoom, whereas the Pixel 2 XL has a single 12.2 MP rear camera known for its software processing.
- The Pixel 2 XL has a larger battery capacity of 3520 mAh compared to the Mi 8 Explorer's 3000 mAh, but the latter supports faster charging at 18W.
- Both phones run on Android, with the Pixel 2 XL providing a more streamlined software experience, while the Mi 8 Explorer operates on MIUI 12.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring Gorilla Glass and aluminum frames, though the Mi 8 Explorer has a transparent glass back.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Google Pixel 2 XL
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
General
Release Date
2017, October 17
2018
Announced
2017, October 04
2018
Description
Also known as Google Pixel XL2
For China
Display
Size
6"
6.21"
Type
P-OLED
Super AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution
1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
1080 x 2248 pixels (~402 ppi density)
PPI
1440
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✓
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 540
Adreno 630
Memory
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
No
Camera
Main Camera
12.2 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.4, 25mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4µm
20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µmTOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Front Camera Features
HDR
N/A
Video Recording
4K@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@30/60/120fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps (gyro-EIS)
4K@60fps, 1080p@30/240fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✓
✓
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3520 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3520 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
10.5W wired (capped), PD2.0
18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
157.9 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight
175 g
177 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
Colors
Just Black, Black & White
Black (transparent back)
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM +eSIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat15 800/75 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC
✓
✓
USB
USB Type-C 3.1
USB Type-C
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 11
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✓
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass