Rating 4.2 70 reviews

Google’s Android Smartphone, the Pixel XL, has been specially designed by the search engine giant to accommodate their newest OS versions. It runs Nougat like a pro as well as earlier versions of Android’s operating system. Google didn’t hold back on the aesthetics either. The design of these phones really highlights the brilliantly crisp touchscreen with elegant colour options. Choose between ‘quite black’, ‘very silver’ and ‘really blue’ depending on your preferences.


The quad-core CPU along with the Adreno 530 make operating your Google Pixel fast & simple. 2GB RAM will also keep your apps running smoothly. You’ll also get an onboard memory of 32GB for storage (this is not upgradeable, but larger onboard memory versions of the phone are available). The motivation behind this Smartphone was to introduce Android users to their latest version 7.1 (aka Nougat), which is now available for upgrading other Android-compatible phones. However, Google wanted this particular phone to highlight the advancement of their operating system—and they’ve succeeded!


Google have not forgotten about camera functionality on the Google Pixel XL. The 12.3MP camera with dual-LED flash will make your photos crisp & clear, boasting a high resolution for close shots and distant ones. The video recording function also delivers high resolution depending on your settings. Choose between 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps and 720p@240fps. With these great features, there’s no reason to be sceptical about Google’s new phone. They clearly know what they are doing.


Manufacturer: Google
Phone Arena
9 years ago

Pixel XL...finally, the one

For years now, I've said the best Android phone would be an iPhone running the operating system. The Pixel XL finally delivers on that. Sure, it's a very similar design (people always ask me if it's the 7 Plus), but it's also a design that works.
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Trusted Reviews
9 years ago

Google Pixel XL

Many have questioned Google's reasoning for taking the direction it has with the Pixel XL. Last year's Nexus 6P was a great phone at a great price. The Pixel line isn't about value, however; the focus here is on sheer quality.
Pros:
  • Stunning
  • fast camera
  • The best version of Android yet
  • Impressive stamina
  • Bright display
  • Google Assistant is better than Siri
Cons:
  • No water-resistance
  • Not very durable
  • Pretty pricey
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smartprix.com
9 years ago

Google Pixel XL

Firstly i would like to request Everyone to ignore all the negative comments in here. I use every phone in real depth and i give all the feedbacks after the benchmark results of the devices. Comparing this device with iPhones is completely rubbish.
Pros:
  • Best camera ever
  • Best Android phone
  • Great operating system
  • Great RAM management
  • Amazing display
  • Great battery backup
  • Strong device
  • Fastest Android experience ever
Cons:
  • No front firing speakers
  • Lager down bezels
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pricespy.co.nz
8 years ago

Has been wearing a Silver variant for a while, it looks sharp over layer but there are two disadvantages of the silver variant, because it is extremely slippery so it slides very easily and can easily slide out of the hand if it is not prepared for it to slip, but the most negative are the...
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PC Quest
8 years ago

Google continuously trying to build an ecosystem to connect each and every device, first from software and now with a combination of hardware and software. But the price of Pixel is 67000 which is still very expensive for Google's Pixel and it is very hard for it to convince the Apple iPhone users...
Pros:
  • Good camera and battery backup
  • Sharp Display
  • Sound Quality
  • unlimited cloud storage for photos and videos
Cons:
  • high price
  • low storage
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mobilephones.com
9 years ago

Display - XL The first major difference that we find on the Google Pixel XL is a larger 5.5" AMOLED displayed. This gives the user an extra half inch of screen to enjoy and its inclusion only adds 11mm to its height and 6mm to its width.
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Pocketnow
9 years ago

Google Pixel XL Review: Successfully Succeeding the Nexus

There's a lot to like here. Google is making a second attempt at a first impression. For folks most concerned about software performance, we think they'll be very pleased with what they get. Seriously. The Pixel XL is a screamer when paging around the UI.
Pros:
  • Phenomenal UI Performance
  • Eye Catching Rear Design
  • Excellent Camera Auto Software
  • Best in Class Voice Assistant
  • Very Good Battery Life and Recharging Speeds
Cons:
  • Pricier than the Nexus it replaces
  • Poor Camera Lens Quality
  • Camera software ignores more experienced users
  • Poor Headphone Quality
Read more on Pocketnow
review.goodgearguide.com.au
9 years ago

Daydream VR now makes this a must-have phone

[Update 1: Now that Google's Daydream View VR headset has launched - and it only works with the Pixel at present... and it's revolutionary and brilliant - the value proposition of this phone has been elevated.
Pros:
  • Google Assistant's A.I
  • is innovative, Superb camera, Fast, Unlimited cloud storage, Fast charging, Daydream VR compatibility
Cons:
  • Battery life is modest
  • Expensive
  • Not pretty
  • Single speaker is retrograde step
  • Not waterproof
  • 15% price hike for Aussies
Read more on review.goodgearguide.com.au
review.goodgearguide.com.au
9 years ago

​Google Pixel XL full, in-depth smartphone review: Phones just got smarter

It is as good as or incrementally better than everything else on the market but the A.I-enhanced Google Assistant elevates it to another level of smartphone technology. However, now that Google's amazing Daydream VR is here - and it's currently exclusive to Pixel - this is the phone to buy. [Update 2: Before you choose a phone, check out the amazing Samsung Galaxy S8 review.]
Pros:
  • Google Assistant's A.I. is innovative
  • Superb camera
  • Fast
  • Unlimited cloud storage
  • Fast charging
  • Daydream VR compatibility
Cons:
  • Battery life is modest
  • Expensive
  • Not pretty
  • Single speaker is retrograde step
  • Not waterproof
  • 15% price hike for Aussies
Read more on review.goodgearguide.com.au
Pocket Lint
9 years ago

Google Pixel XL review: Android's new heavyweight champion

Google is finally taking the smartphone fight seriously, launching two new handsets with one simple message: Pixel, Phone by Google. That might sound like a slightly gawky message, but it's laced with potency.
Pros:
  • Great build quality and design
  • great camera
  • good battery life
  • uncluttered pure Android experience - with extras
  • unlimited photo storage
Cons:
  • No microSD card slot
  • price
  • camera has some white balance issues
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