Google Pixel 4 XL

Quick Overview & Expert Insights

Google Pixel 4 XL was announced in October 2019. Google Pixel 4 XL is powered by Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm), optimized for AI-driven tasks, photography, and smooth real-world usage, with benchmark figures such as AnTuTu score of 500,000 and Geekbench score of 750 / 2,650.

It features a 6.3 inches, 98.0 cm2 Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a Li-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. Google’s camera system (12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom) focuses on computational photography for consistent and natural-looking results.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • Google Tensor chip optimized for AI features, photography, and smooth everyday performance.
  • Fast charging support (as listed).
  • Clean Android experience with timely updates directly from Google.
  • Strong computational photography and AI-powered camera features.
  • Enhanced on-device security and privacy protections.

Cons

  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Not primarily focused on heavy gaming performance compared to flagship Snapdragon rivals.

Expert opinion

Google Pixel 4 XL is powered by Google’s Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) chip, which prioritizes AI-driven features, computational photography, and smooth real-world performance rather than raw benchmark dominance. Its Li-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks.

Key Specs

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable
Os: Android 10, upgradable to Android 13
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
Ram: 6GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB
Type: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Size: 6.3 inches, 98.0 cm2
Main: 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Features: HDR

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Google Pixel 4 XL
Antutu
500000
Geekbench
750 / 2650

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: Li-Po 3700 mAh, non-removable
Battery Charging: 18W wired, PD2.0 Wireless

Colors


Camera

Main Camera

Main: 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Features: HDR
Video Quality: 1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 8 MP
Selfie Camera Features: F/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1.22µm, no AF TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Quality: 1080p@30fps

Hardware

Os: Android 10, upgradable to Android 13
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
Gpu: Adreno 640
Clock: 1x 2.84 GHz Kryo 485 Gold (A76), 3x 2.42 GHz Kryo 485 Gold (A76), 4x 1.80 GHz Kryo 485 Silver (A55)
Cores: 8
Ram: 6GB RAM
Storage: 64GB, 128GB
Storage Type: UFS 2.1
Cardslot: No

Display

Type: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Size: 6.3 inches, 98.0 cm2
Resolution: 1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~537 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Features

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Nfc: Yes
Usb: USB Type-C 3.1
Sensors: Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Sim: Nano-SIM + eSIM

Sound

Loudspeaker: Voice 80dB / Noise 78dB / Ring 88dB
Audiojack: No

Announcement

Network: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Announcement Month: October
Announcement Year: 2019
Dimensions: 160.4 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm (6.31 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)
Weight: 193 g
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