Manufacturer : Google
Display: 6.2-inch OLED; 6.7-inch LTPO OLED (Pro)
Resolution: 1080x2400; 1344x2992 (Pro version)
Chipset: Google Tensor G3 (3rd generation)
Front camera: 10.5 MP; 10.5 MP (Pro)
Rear camera: 50 MP (wide angle), 12 MP (ultra wide angle)
Rear camera (Pro): 50 MP (wide-angle), 48 MP (ultra-wide-angle); 48 MP (telephoto)
Battery: 4575 mAh; 5050 mAh
Charging: 30W fast charging, wireless charging
Ports: USB-C (no audio jack)
Android initial version: Android 14
The Google Pixel 8 series consists of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, both scheduled to be released in October 2023. Compared to the Pixel Fold and Pixel 7 series, the Pixel 8 includes a more advanced Tensor G3 chip for improved performance and camera capabilities. The Pro model also comes with a unique temperature sensor, a first for a Google phone.
While the overall design remains similar, the Pixel 8 Pro introduces a new mint color. The Pixel 8 Pro also upgrades to an LTPO OLED display with a variable refresh rate of 1-120Hz for smoother scrolling and potentially longer battery life.
Learn more about Pixel 8a, Pixel 8, and Pixel 8 Pro.
Manufacturer : Google
Display: 5.8-inch OLED (external); 7.6-inch OLED (internal)
Resolution: 1080x2092 (external); 2208x1840 (internal)
Chipset: Google Tensor G2 (2nd generation)
Front camera: 9.5 MP
Rear camera: 48 MP, 10.8 MP (ultra wide angle), 10.8 MP (telephoto)
Built-in camera: 8 MP
Battery: 4821 mAh
Charging: 30W fast charging, wireless charging
Ports: USB-C (no audio jack)
Initial Android version: Android 13
Released in June 2023, the Pixel Fold is Google's first step into foldable phones, with a unique design that transforms from a regular-sized phone into a tablet-like device when unfolded. The expanded design could lead to more creative shooting angles and potentially better low-light photos.
Google highlighted the Fold's thin, waterproof hinge. It also comes with the same powerful Tensor G2 chip as the Pixel 7 series, prioritizing performance and multitasking.
Learn more about Google Pixel Fold.
Manufacturer : Google
Display: 6.3-inch P-OLED; 6.7-inch P-OLED (Pro)
Resolution: 2400×1080; 3120x1440 (Pro version)
Chipset: Google Tensor G2 (2nd generation)
Front camera: 10.8 MP; 10.8 MP (Pro)
Rear camera: 50 MP (wide angle), 12 MP (ultra wide angle)
Rear camera (Pro): 50 MP (wide-angle), 12 MP (ultra-wide-angle); 48 MP (telephoto)
Battery: 4335 mAh; 5000 mAh
Charging: 30W fast charging, wireless charging
Port: USB C (no audio jack)
Android initial version: Android 13
The Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro flagship models will be launched in October 2022. The new devices look similar to their predecessors, the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, but feature an aluminum horizontal camera strip (instead of glass) and a more prominent camera lens.
In addition to a minimally updated design, these models feature Google's new Tensor G2 processor, face unlock capabilities, and enhanced camera zoom capabilities. Both the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro come in Obsidian and Snow, with the 7 coming in an additional Lemongrass color and the Pro also including Ecru.
In terms of storage, both the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro come in 128 GB and 256 GB models; the 7 Pro also offers a 512 GB option.
While the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro represent modest improvements, Pixel users won't be able to resist upgrading to enjoy the 7 Series' enhanced features.
Learn more about Pixel 7 and 7 Pro.
Manufacturer : Google
Display: 6.4-inch OLED; 6.7-inch OLED (Pro)
Resolution: 2400×1080; 3120x1440 (Pro version)
Chipset: Google Tensor (1st generation)
Front camera: 8 MP; 11 MP (Pro)
Rear camera: 50 MP (wide angle), 12 MP (ultra wide angle)
Rear camera (Pro): 50 MP (wide-angle), 12 MP (ultra-wide-angle); 48 MP (telephoto)
Color: cloud white, coral, seafoam, sunshine, storm black
Battery: 4614 mAh; 5003 mAh
Charging: 30W fast charging, wireless charging
Port: USB C ( No audio jack)
Initial Android version: Android 12
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro launch in October 2021. Both models offer several new features, including a super battery-saving feature, a Magic Eraser for deleting people and things from photos, and at least five years of Android updates.
Learn more about the Pixel 6 series.
Manufacturer : Google
Display : Flexible OLED capacitive touch screen, 6.0 inches, 90Hz refresh rate
Resolution : FHD+ (1080x2340) flexible OLED, 432 ppi
Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 12.2 MP Dual Pixel, 16 MP Ultrawide
Color : pure black, sage
Audio : Stereo speakers
Wireless : Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Google Cast
Battery : 4,080 mAh
Charging : 18W fast charging, Qi certified wireless charging
Ports: USB C 3.1 Gen 1 (no audio jack)
Initial Android version : Android 11
The Pixel 5 was announced alongside the Pixel 4a 5G during launch night in September 2020. Body-wise, it's similar to the Pixel 4a. It has the same punch-hole camera on the top and a square camera module on the back. However, unlike the 4a, it has a larger 6-inch screen and some enhanced specs.
The Pixel 5 loses some features offered by its predecessor, such as face unlock and gesture sensing, but it gains some new ones. The camera adds night vision in portrait mode and adds a portrait light to illuminate your subjects. The phone also features an extreme power-saving mode and Google Assistant's Hold Me feature, which notifies you when someone calls.
Additionally, music fans will be disappointed to find that the Pixel 5 doesn't have an audio jack.
Manufacturer : Google
Display : Full-screen 6.2-inch (158mm) display, 19.5:9 aspect ratio
Resolution : FHD+ (1080x2340) OLED, 413 ppi
Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 12.2 MP Dual Pixel, 16 MP Ultrawide
Color : pure black, pure white
Audio : Stereo speakers
Wireless : Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Google Cast
Battery : 3800 mAh
Charging : 18W fast charge
Ports : USB C 3.1 Gen 1, 3.5mm headphone jack
Initial Android version : Android 11
The Pixel 4a 5G was launched alongside the Pixel 5 during the launch night event in September 2020. What's unusual about it is that it's a cheaper device that offers 5G without compromising other features, especially the camera. It comes with two rear cameras - a standard 12.2 MP sensor and a 16 MP ultra-wide-angle lens - and an 8 MP front-facing lens. This is the same setup found in the more expensive Pixel 5.
Another slight advantage the 4a 5G has over the Pixel 5 is the larger 6.2-inch screen. Still, the Pixel 5 has a higher resolution and faster refresh rate. The 4a 5G also has a headphone jack.
If you're looking for fun colors, you'll need to look elsewhere. Your only options here are black and white. Apart from that, if you're looking for a solid and affordable Android device, the 4a 5G is a great choice.
Manufacturer : Google
Display : 5.7-inch FHD+ flexible OLED (Pixel 4), 6.3-inch QHD+ flexible OLED (Pixel 4 XL)
Resolution : 19:9 FHD+, 444 ppi (Pixel 4), 19:9 QHD+, 537 ppi (Pixel 4 XL)
Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 16MP
Color : pure black, pure white, oh so orange
Audio : Stereo speakers
Wireless : 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Google Cast
Battery : 2,800 mAh (Pixel 4), 3,700 mAh (Pixel 4 XL)
Charging : 18W fast charging, Qi certified wireless charging
Ports : USB C 3.1 Gen 1 (no audio jack)
Initial Android version : Android 10
The Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL are iterations of the venerable Pixel 3 series, leaving the budget Pixel 3a series in the dust. The newest addition to the Pixel lineup retains many of the best features of the Pixel 3 series, including a glass-and-metal sandwich body, top-notch photography capabilities, and the still-absent headphone jack.
Since the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL have the same glass back as the Pixel 3 series, wireless Qi charging is back, which was not found in the 3a and 3a XL. The relatively small battery is back, too.
If the Pixel 4 feels lighter in the hand than some of its competitors, that's because it uses a smaller battery than the Pixel 3 or Pixel 3a.
The Pixel 4XL ditches the huge notch this time around, opting instead for a thick top bezel to house the front-facing camera and face unlock sensor.
Beyond that, the most notable design change comes on the back of the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, where you'll find a thick, square camera bump that's somewhat reminiscent of the iPhone 11.
It's also worth noting that the Pixel 4 replaces the fingerprint reader with Google's newly implemented face unlock technology.
Manufacturer : Google
Display : 5.6-inch FHD+ flexible FHD+ OLED (Pixel 3a), 6.0-inch FHD+ OLED (Pixel 3a XL)
Resolution : 2220x1080 @ 441 ppi (Pixel 3a), 2160x1080 @ 402 ppi (Pixel 3a XL)
Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 670
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 12.2 MP Dual Pixel
Color : pure white, pure black, purple
Audio : Stereo speakers (1 front, 1 on bottom)
Wireless : 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Google Cast
Battery : 3,000 mAh (Pixel 3a), 3,700 mAh (Pixel 3a XL)
Charging : 18W fast charging (no wireless charging)
Ports : USB C 3.1, 3.5mm audio jack
Initial Android version : 9.0 Pie plus Google Assistant
Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL mark the return of Google. These products fill the gap left by the discontinuation of the Nexus series. A lot of the basic hardware on these phones is the same as the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. However, some of the bells and whistles have been removed and some expensive design choices have been modified to provide an affordable alternative.
While the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL have a lot in common with their more expensive counterparts, there are some important differences. Instead of Gorilla Glass, the 3a uses a polycarbonate unibody and a Dragontrail glass screen.
The Pixel 3a and 3a XL also lack some features found in more expensive versions. The phones don't have wireless charging, lack Pixel Visual Core, and aren't waterproof.
While most of the differences between these phones involve what was removed from the 3a and 3a XL, there is one notable exception. The long-absent 3.5mm audio jack from the Pixel series is back here.
The camera has always been an important feature of all Pixel phones, but little has changed. The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL still have the same rear cameras, and you can still use features like Night Sight, ultra-high-resolution zoom, and overhead shots introduced with the Pixel 3.
Overall, the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are an attractive alternative if you miss the affordable Nexus series. These phones lack the advanced features of the more expensive versions but have a lot of features compared to other mid-range phones.
Manufacturer : Google
Display: 5.5-inch FHD+ flexible OLED (Pixel 3), 6.3-inch QHD+ OLED (Pixel 3 XL)
Resolution : 2160x1080 @ 443 ppi (Pixel 3), 2960x1440 @ 523 ppi (Pixel 3 XL)
Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
Front camera : 8 MP x2 (1 wide angle camera and 1 normal field of view camera)
rear camera : 12.2 MP Dual Pixel
Color : pure white, pure black, non-pink
Audio : Dual front-facing speakers
Wireless : 5.0GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Google Cast
Battery : 2,915 mAh (Pixel 3), 3,430 mAh (Pixel 3 XL)
Charging : Built-in Qi wireless charging and 18W fast charging
Port : USB C 3.1
Initial Android version : 9.0 Pie plus Google Assistant
The third generation of Google's flagship Pixel phone series retains many of the same design cues as earlier versions. Both phones feature a similar two-tone color scheme, although the specific colors are different this time.
Although similar in appearance, the Pixel 3 feels different from its predecessor because the entire back of the phone is made of the same soft Corning Gorilla Glass 5 that protects the screen. The rest of the body is made of aluminum.
Thanks to the switch to glass back, both versions of Pixel 3 come with built-in wireless charging made with Qi technology.
The regular Pixel 3 retains the fairly thick bezels from earlier versions of the Pixel series. The larger Pixel 3 XL has a large notch at the top in addition to the obvious chin bezel.
When the screen is open, the notch is noticeable. It features the phone's two front-facing cameras, which Google hopes will revolutionize the art of selfies.
Pixel-wise, the rear camera doesn't represent an upgrade from the Pixel 2. Still, the Pixel 3 has some built-in learning tricks that push its capabilities beyond what you'd typically expect from its bare hardware specs.
Manufacturer : HTC (Pixel 2), LG (Pixel 2 XL)
Display : 5-inch AMOLED (Pixel 2), 6-inch pOLED (Pixel 2 XL)
Resolution : 1920x1080, 441 ppi (Pixel 2), 2880x1440, 538 ppi (Pixel 2 XL)
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 12.2MP
Initial Android version : 8.0 Oreo
Like the original Pixel, the Pixel 2 has a metal unibody structure with a glass panel on the back. Unlike the original, the Pixel 2 is IP67 dust and water resistant, which means it can be submerged in three feet of water for 30 minutes.
The Pixel 2 processor is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, which is 27% faster and consumes 40% less energy than the processor in the original Pixel.
Unlike the original Pixel, Google is working with two manufacturers to produce the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. This has led to rumors that the LG-made Pixel 2 XL may feature a bezel-less design.
That didn't happen. Despite being made by different companies (HTC and LG), the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL look similar, and both continue to have fairly thick bezels.
Like the original phone in the series, the Pixel 2 XL differs from the Pixel 2 only in screen size and battery capacity. Pixel 2 has a 5-inch screen and a 2,700 mAH battery. The Pixel 2 XL has a 6-inch screen and a 3,520 mAH battery.
Aside from size, the only real cosmetic difference between the two is color. The Pixel 2 comes in blue, white, and black colors. The Pixel 2 XL is available in black and black and white color options.
The Pixel 2 has a USB-C port, but no headphone jack. The USB port supports compatible headsets, and a USB to 3.5mm adapter is provided.
Manufacturer : HTC
Display : 5-inch FHD AMOLED (Pixel), 5.5-inch (140mm) QHD AMOLED (Pixel XL)
Resolution : 1920x1080 at 441 ppi (Pixel), 2560×1440 at 534 ppi (Pixel XL)
Front camera : 8 MP
rear camera : 12MP
Original Android version : 7.1 Nougat
Current Android version : 8.0 Oreo
Production status : No longer in production. Pixel and Pixel XL were available from October 2016 to October 2017.
The Pixel marks a sharp departure from Google's previous smartphone hardware strategy. Early phones in the Nexus line were intended to serve as flagship reference devices for other manufacturers, and were branded with the name of the manufacturer that made the phone.
For example, the Nexus 5X is made by LG and has an LG badge next to the Nexus name. Although the Pixel is manufactured by HTC, it does not bear the HTC name. Huawei insisted on dual-branding the Pixel in the same way it did with its earlier Nexus phones, and lost the contract to make the Pixel and Pixel XL.
Google also launched a new flagship Pixel phone, exiting the budget market. While the Nexus 5X is a budget phone, the Pixel and Pixel XL are expensive compared to the high-end Nexus 6P.
The Pixel XL's display is larger and higher-resolution than the Pixel's, resulting in a higher pixel density. The Pixel has a density of 441 ppi, while the Pixel XL has a density of 534 ppi. These numbers are better than Apple's Retina HD display and on par with the Super Retina HD display introduced with the iPhone X.
The Pixel XL has a 3,450 mAH battery, which is larger than the smaller Pixel phone's 2,770 mAH battery.
Both the Pixel and Pixel XL feature aluminum construction, a rear glass panel, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB C port with USB 3.0 support.
FAQYou can take a screenshot on a Pixel phone by holding down the power button and the volume down button at the same time.
Earlier versions of Pixel phones were made by HTC and LG, while the Pixel 3 and newer models are made by Foxconn.
To factory reset an Android phone like the Pixel, first make sure to back up any photos, videos, or files that you don't want to permanently delete. Then, go to Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options > Erase all data (factory reset) > Erase all data .
You can buy Pixel phones directly from Google or third-party retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, T-Mobile, and Verizon.
