Google Pixel 2 xl Review
$699
8.1
Pros
- Ergonomic design
- Intelligent software features
- Excellent performance
- Feels great to hold
- The best version of Android
- Stunning camera
- It's finally water resistant
Cons
- Lifeless screen
- Too expensive
- No microSD slot or headphone jack
It was excellent last year but you should check out the Pixel 3 XL instead now .Despite losing the cherished 3.5mm headphone jack, the Pixel 2 XL makes up for it in spades with a mix of unique and sought-after features like a stellar design, waterproofing, Active Edge and a truly impressive camera
- 12.2MP primary camera and 8MP front facing camera
- 15.24 centimeters (6-inch) capacitive touchscreen with 1440 x 2880 pixels resolution
- Android v8.0.1 Oreo operating system with 2.35GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 64-bit octa core processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB internal memory and single SIM
- 3520mAH lithium-ion battery
- 1 year manufacturer warranty for device and 6 months manufacturer warranty for in-box accessories including batteries from the date of purchase
| OS | Android |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Item Weight | 177 g |
| Product Dimensions | 15.8 x 0.8 x 7.7 cm |
| Batteries: | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Item model number | Pixel 2 XL |
| Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, WiFi Hotspot |
| Connectivity technologies | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, 4G LTE |
| Special features | Single SIM, Music Player, Video Player, E-mail |
| Other camera features | 8MP |
| Form factor | Touchscreen Phone |
| Weight | 177 Grams |
| Colour | Black |
| Battery Power Rating | 3520 |
| Whats in the box | Handset, USB Type-C 18W Adapter with USB-PD, C-C Cable (USB 2.0), SIM Tool, Quick Switch Adapter and 3.5 mm to USB-C Earbud Adapter |
Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: Specs Compared
Pixel 2 |
Pixel 2 XL |
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| Price | $649 | $849 |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 8.0 |
| Display | 5 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels) | 6 inches (2880 x 1440 pixels) |
| CPU | Snapdragon 835 | Snapdragon 835 |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB | 64GB, 128GB |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP (f/1.8) | 12 MP (f/1.8) |
| Front Camera | 8 MP (f/2.4) | 8 MP (f/2.4) |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 3520 mAh |
| Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Size | 5.7 x 2.7 x 0.3 inches | 6.2 x 3 x 0.3 inches |
| Weight | 5.01 ounces | 6.2 ounces |
The Pixel 2 XL is the second-generation large-scale phone, looking to replace one of our favourite 2016 phones. At launch it was an ambitious device – more so than the not-too-dissimilar Pixel 3 models which launched in late 2018 – switching to an 18:9 display and looking to refine the bodywork of the original phones.