{"id":16620,"date":"2020-10-26T10:57:48","date_gmt":"2020-10-26T15:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/?p=16620"},"modified":"2021-05-20T04:04:25","modified_gmt":"2021-05-20T09:04:25","slug":"google-pixel-3-xl-vs-4-xl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/google-pixel-3-xl-vs-4-xl\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Pixel 3 XL vs 4 XL – Which should you buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

While flagship phones can be fun, sometimes you don\u2019t need the latest bells and whistles. Especially when you can safely buy a newish phone that\u2019s a couple years old on Swappa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An older Google Pixel really packs a punch, as they\u2019re arguably even more worth it now than they were when they were first released. Google discontinued both the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 series phones this year, so now you can only buy their latest Pixel 5, the Pixel 4a 5G, or the budget-friendly Pixel 4a<\/a> from Google. Luckily, you can still buy them gently used on Swappa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you compare the specs, it becomes even more obvious how worth it a newish Pixel 3 XL or 4 XL on Swappa really is. Google is targeting a different market with the Pixel 5, with a more mid-range starting price than we saw with the previous Pixel flagships and an older processor to match. The Pixel 5 doesn\u2019t offer an XL model, so if you want a bigger phone you\u2019re going to have to look at previous models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel phones offer faster Android updates and a streamlined software experience. If you\u2019ve been waiting for the right moment to jump into Google\u2019s ecosystem, now might be the time. And If the Pixel 3 XL<\/a> or 4  XL wasn\u2019t worth it to you to buy right out of the gate, things have changed \u2014 both phones are a steal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel 3XL vs Pixel 4XL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So which one should you buy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both phones have a great camera and display, with the Pixel 4 XL having a bit fresher specs. Released in 2018, the Pixel 3 XL is available in 64 GB or 128 GB storage options and comes in three colors: Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink. The Pixel 4 XL was released in 2019, also available in 64 GB or 128 GB and comes in Just Black, Clearly White, and Oh So Orange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both phones are running Google\u2019s latest version of their open source OS, Android 11. Pixel phones are also among the first to receive Android updates as they occur \u2014 long before Samsung, LG, and others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Google has committed to a minimum of three years of new Android version updates for the Pixel 3, up until October 2021. That means the Pixel 3 and 3 XL are guaranteed to receive Android 12 in 2021. Even if the device doesn\u2019t receive a major platform update after that, you can still count on security updates for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pixel 4 XL has a Snapdragon 855, while the 3 XL sports a Snapdragon 845. Both of these processers are stronger than what you\u2019ll find in the latest Pixel 5. The Pixel 4 XL does have more RAM than the 3 XL, with 6 GB instead of 4 GB. Both phones offer wireless charging, and neither of them have a headphone jack. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest differences between the phone is the Pixel 4\u2019s introduction to Project Soli\u2019s Motion Sense features. Motion Sense is a combination of radar hardware and innovative software, bringing the most advanced motion sensing features and gesture recognition ever seen on a consumer device. This creates a bubble of awareness around the Pixel, which allows for touchless gestures and more. This feature is no longer available on the new Pixels. So if you want to use Motion Sense to easily swipe between tracks while listening to music, or swipe to dismiss calls, go with the 4 XL. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Google Motion Sense starts turning on the face unlock cameras as soon as you get close to your phone, helping make unlocking even faster than Apple Face ID. The new unlock method makes use of the powerful sensor array crammed into the top bezel to deliver speedy and secure device authentication. This feature is unavailable in the Pixel 3 XL, and it was also discontinued by the newer Pixels. All other Pixels have a fingerprint reader instead. In the age of face masks, some might prefer a fingerprint reader. But if you want to check out face unlock, the Pixel 4 XL is your pick.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel 3XL vs Pixel 4XL Specs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>Pixel 5<\/strong><\/a><\/th>Pixel 4a 5G<\/strong><\/a><\/th>Pixel 4 XL <\/a><\/strong><\/th>Pixel 3 XL<\/strong><\/a><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Screen size<\/strong><\/td>6 inch<\/td>6.2 inch<\/td>6.3 inch<\/td>6.3 inch<\/td><\/tr>
Network<\/strong><\/td>5G<\/td>5G<\/td>4G<\/td>4G<\/td><\/tr>
Display<\/strong><\/td>FHD+ (1080 x 2340)
Flexible OLED at 432 ppi
Smooth Display (up to 90 Hz)
Full 24-bit depth for 16 million colors<\/td>		FHD+ (1080 x 2340)
OLED at 413 ppi
Full 24-bit depth for 16 million colors<\/td>		FHD+ (1,080 x 2,280)
OLED at 537 ppi
Smooth Display (up to 90 Hz)<\/td>		FHD+ (1440 x 2960
OLED at 523 ppi<\/td><\/tr>
Battery<\/strong><\/td>4080 mAh
Fast wireless charging
Battery Share<\/td>		3885 mAh<\/td>3700 mAh
Wireless charging<\/td>		3430 mAh
Wireless charging<\/td><\/tr>
Water resistant?<\/strong><\/td>IP68<\/td>N\/a<\/td>IP68<\/td>IP68<\/td><\/tr>
Security<\/strong><\/td>Fingerprint sensor<\/td>Fingerprint sensor<\/td>Face unlock<\/td>Fingerprint sensor<\/td><\/tr>
Processor <\/strong><\/td>Qualcomm Snapdragon 76
5G with Octa-Core<\/td>		Qualcomm Snapdragon 76
5G with Octa-Core<\/td>		Qualcomm Snapdragon 855<\/td>Qualcomm Snapdragon 845<\/td><\/tr>
RAM<\/strong><\/td>8 GB<\/td>6 GB<\/td>6 GB<\/td>4 GB<\/td><\/tr>
Rear camera<\/strong><\/td>12.2 MP dual-pixel
16 MP ultrawide<\/td>		12.2 MP dual-pixel
16 MP ultrawide<\/td>		12.2 MP dual-pixel
16 MP telephoto<\/td>		12.2 MP dual-pixel<\/td><\/tr>
Front camera<\/strong><\/td>8 MP<\/td>8 MP<\/td>8 MP<\/td>8 MP wide
8 MP ultrawide <\/td><\/tr>
Video<\/strong><\/td>4K<\/td>4K<\/td>4K<\/td>4K<\/td><\/tr>
Camera features<\/strong><\/td>Night Sight
Top Shot
Portrait Mode
Super Res Zoom
Motion Auto Focus
Live HDR+
Frequent Faces
Dual exposure controls
Cinematic Pan
Ultra-wide Lens
Portrait Light<\/td>		Night Sight
Top Shot
Portrait Mode
Super Res Zoom
Motion Auto Focus
Live HDR+
Frequent Faces
Dual exposure controls
Cinematic Pan
Ultra-wide Lens
Portrait Light<\/td>		Night Sight
Top Shot
Portrait Mode
Live HDR+
Dual exposure controls
Motion Auto Focus
Super Res Zoom
Group Selfie Cam
Frequent Faces<\/td>		Night Sight
Top Shot
Portrait Mode
Live HDR+
Motion Auto Focus
Super Res Zoom
Group Selfie Cam<\/td><\/tr>
Audio<\/strong><\/td>Stereo speakers<\/td>Stereo speakers
Headphone jack <\/td>		Stereo speakers<\/td>Stereo speakers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about these Pixels in our\u00a0Pixel 3 XL Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a> and Pixel 4 XL Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/a>. Not sure which Pixel is right for you? Head over to our\u00a0Google Pixel Roundup 2021<\/a>\u00a0to see how the most popular Pixel phones stack up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel 3XL vs Pixel 4XL Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both phones have a 6.3-inch OLED \u2014 the largest screen you can find on a Pixel. However, the phones have slightly different dimensions, with the 4 XL being a bit slimmer than the 3 XL. The display of the 4 XL was also upgraded to 90hz refresh rate, bringing a silky smooth browsing experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pixel 3 XL has a notch and a bit of a chin at the bottom of the phone. The Pixel 4 XL also has bezels, but there a bit smaller than what you\u2019d find on the 3 XL. Most people won\u2019t notice the notch or the bezels after a while of using the phone, so the display is up to personal preference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel 3XL vs Pixel 4XL Camera<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s talk about the camera. While the Pixel 3 XL only has one rear camera, the Pixel 4 XL has 2 \u2014 introducing a 16 MP telephoto lens. This camera is great for shooting up close, detailed, accurate shots. However, the Pixel 3 XL features two selfie cameras: a 8MP wide and an 8 MP ultrawide. The ultrawide front-facing camera is great for group shots with friends, and it can capture a lot in a single frame. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what really makes Google Pixel cameras great isn\u2019t the hardware \u2014 it\u2019s the software. Google\u2019s machine learning imaging software leads to sharp detail, high dynamic range, and accurate colors. Autofocus makes it easy to zero-in on what you\u2019re trying to capture, as do features like Super Res Zoom and Portrait mode. Night Mode allows you to capture amazing shots even in low light situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both cameras include Night Sight, Live HDR+, Motion Auto Focus, Super Res Zoom and Portrait Mode. But the Pixel 4 XL introduced dual exposure, a feature that allows you to adjust shadows and highlights in the viewfinder before taking the shot. It also included an astrophotography Night Sight feature that will let you take improved pictures of the sky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These add-ons do make the Pixel 4 XL camera a bit better. However, some people may prefer that ultrawide selfie cam from the Pixel 3 XL that you can\u2019t get on any other Pixel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixel 3XL vs Pixel 4XL Battery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Battery life wasn\u2019t a strong suit in the Pixel 3 XL, but that was improved with the Pixel 4 XL. While the Pixel 3 XL has a 3430 mAh battery, the Pixel 4 XL\u2019s battery is 3700 mAh. Since these phones have nearly identical displays, that bigger battery means more endurance. So if you\u2019re an active user, a heavy gamer, or someone that watches a ton of YouTube, you\u2019ll probably want to go with the Pixel 4 XL. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For most people, whether you should buy a Pixel 3 XL or 4 XL will come down to the price. Swappa is the best place to find a gently used Pixel 3 or 4 XL in new, mint or good condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Pixel 3 XL cost $899 at launch, you can now get it for about $247 on Swappa. Now, you can find it for as low as $163. <\/strong> <\/strong>That\u2019s more than 75% off its initial retail price. The Pixel 4 XL is now available on Swappa for about $432 \u2014 that\u2019s more than 50% less than the original price when it launched in 2019.<\/strong> As of the date of this article, you can find the Pixel 4 XL for starting at $319. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Google Pixel model<\/strong><\/th>Avg price (August 2020)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Google Pixel 3 (64GB)<\/a><\/td>$211<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 3 (128GB)<\/a><\/td>$223<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 3 XL (64GB)<\/a><\/td>$239<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 3 XL (128GB)<\/a><\/td>$288<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 4 (64 GB)<\/a><\/td>$369<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 4 (128 GB)<\/a><\/td>$473<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 4 XL (64)<\/a><\/td>$482<\/td><\/tr>
Google Pixel 4 XL (128)<\/a><\/td>$482<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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