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Google Pixel XL
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Google Pixel XL Specifications

Released 2016, October 20

The Google Google Pixel XL is a sophisticated smartphone featuring a 5.5" display with 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~534 ppi density) resolution, powered by the Snapdragon 821 processor.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate its 12MP camera system capable of recording 4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps.

The device is equipped with a 3450mAh battery supporting 18W wired, PD and runs on Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 10, officially released 2016, October 04. Released 2016, October 20.

Display

5.5" 1440x2560 pixels

Camera

12MP

Chipset

Snapdragon 821

Battery

3450mAh 18W

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the device?

The Google Pixel XL features a Snapdragon 821 processor, 5.5" display, 12MP main camera, and 3450mAh battery.

What processor (CPU) and GPU does the Google Pixel XL use?

Google Pixel XL is powered by Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) with Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) and Adreno 530 graphics.

What type of display does Google Pixel XL have? What is the size and resolution?

AMOLED 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~71.2% screen-to-body ratio) with 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~534 ppi density)

What network technologies does Google Pixel XL support? Does it support 5G?

Google Pixel XL does not support 5G technology. It supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.

What materials is it made of?

Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame

What are the charging capabilities?

18W wired, PD

What are the camera specifications of Google Pixel XL?

12.3 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.55µm, PDAF

What type of security features does Google Pixel XL have?

Google Pixel XL features a fingerprint sensor for secure authentication.

Detailed Specifications

Display

Type
AMOLED
Size
5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~71.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~534 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4

Platform

OS
Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 10
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPU
Adreno 530

Memory

Card slot
No
Internal
32GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM

Battery

Type
Li-Ion 3450 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, PD
Stand-by
Up to 552 h (3G)
Talk time
Up to 32 h (3G)
Music play
Up to 130 h

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps or LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
GPRS
Yes
EDGE
Yes

Body

Dimensions
154.7 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm (6.09 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight
168 g (5.93 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes
3.5mm jack
Yes

Tests

Performance
Basemark OS II 2.0: 2281Basemark X: 30861
Display
Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.164 (sunlight)
Camera
Photo / Video
Battery (old)
Endurance rating 78h

Launch

Announced
2016, October 04. Released 2016, October 20
Status
Discontinued

Misc

Colors
Quite Black, Very Silver, Really Blue
SAR
0.89 W/kg (head)     0.56 W/kg (body)
SAR EU
0.25 W/kg (head)     0.44 W/kg (body)
Price
About 400 EUR

Main Camera

Single
12.3 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.55µm, PDAF
Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps

Selfie camera

Single
8 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Video
1080p@30fps

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
NFC
Yes
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 3.0

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