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Pixel 2 XL vs Pixel 3 XL

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Upgrading from a Google Pixel 2 XL to a Pixel 3 XL means an added boost in terms of overall performance. The Pixel 3 XL is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and has 4GB of RAM with up to 128GB of internal storage and a 3430 mAh battery. The Pixel 3 XL promises all-day battery life and has fast wireless charging capabilities. Other features of the Pixel 3 XL include a soft-touch glass back with Active Edge, and a 12.2MP dual-pixel rear camera setup with an 8MP wide-angle and 8MP normal camera setup on the front. The Pixel 3 XL rear camera software features include Group Selfie Cam, Top Shot, Motion Auto Focus, and HDR+.

Price Comparison

Pixel 2 XL vs Pixel 3 XL Pricing

Pixel 2 XL prices start at $81, which is cheaper than the Pixel 3 XL low price of $98.

Specs Comparison

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Size

Size Pixel 2 XL Pixel 3 XL
Width 77 mm 3.0 inches 77 mm 3.0 inches
Height 158 mm 6.2 inches 158 mm 6.2 inches
Depth 8 mm 0.3 inches 8 mm 0.3 inches
Weight 175 g 6.2 ounces 184 g 6.5 ounces

Camera

Camera Pixel 2 XL Pixel 3 XL
Primary 12.2 MP 12.2 MP
Resolution 4032x3024 4032x3024

Screen

Display Pixel 2 XL Pixel 3 XL
Resolution 1440x2880 1440x2960
Screen Size 152 mm 6.0 in 160 mm 6.3 in
Pixels Per Inch 537 ppi 522 ppi

Battery

Battery Pixel 2 XL Pixel 3 XL
Capacity 3450 mAh 3430 mAh
USB USB-C USB-C

Processing

Processor Pixel 2 XL Pixel 3 XL
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SDM845 (Napali)

Color Choices

Pixel 2 XL

Available in 3 colors:

  • Black
  • Black & White
  • Blue

Which Pixel 2 XL color should you buy?

Pixel 3 XL

Available in 3 colors:

  • Black
  • White
  • Pink

Which color Pixel 3 XL is the most popular?

Pixel 2 XL vs Pixel 3 XL Colors

The Pixel 2 XL introduces two new colors not found in the Pixel 3 XL color palette: White and Pink. Both the Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 3 XL share one color: Black. However, the Pixel 2 XL does away with Black & White and Blue, previously seen on the Pixel 3 XL.

Storage Options

Pixel 2 XL

Choose from 2 storage options:

  • 64GB
  • 128GB

Which Pixel 2 XL storage should I buy?

Pixel 3 XL

Choose from 2 storage options:

  • 64GB
  • 128GB

Which storage Pixel 3 XL is the most popular?

Pixel 2 XL vs Pixel 3 XL Storage

Both the Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 3 XL share two storage options: 64GB and 128GB.

Reviews

Pixel 2 XL

57 reviews 4.9 stars

Pixel 3 XL

94 reviews 4.9 stars

Pixel 2 XL vs Pixel 3 XL Reviews

Both the Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 3 XL earn 4.9 of 5.0 stars from Swappa user reviews.

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