Our quick take
Google Pixel XL - 5.0 / 5
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Google Pixel XL review: Different design, stunning build
- Metal unibody design, with anodised finish 154.7 x 75.7 x 7.3-8.5mm, 167g Manufactured by HTC
Google Pixel XL review: Display to behold
5.5-inch AMOLED display 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution, 534ppi
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Google Pixel XL review: Performance and hardware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset, 4GB RAM 32 or 128GB storage Rear fingerprint scanner
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Google Pixel XL review: Battery life
- 3450mAh battery Fast charging through USB Type-C
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Google Pixel XL review: Google Assistant
Unique voice control offerings Move encompassing than standard Google voice
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Google Pixel XL review: Camera
- f/2.0 12.3MP rear camera with 1.55µm pixels f/2.4 8MP front camera with 1.4µm pixels Some white balance problems
To recap
The Pixel XL is a premium smartphone at a premium price, but it offers premium experience. And thanks to that glass panel on the back, there’ll be no mistaking that you’re carrying the hottest Android phone in town.
