Google Pixel 4 vs. Pixel 4 XL: Is it best to go big or stay small?

Google Pixel 4 vs. Pixel 4 XL: Is it best to go big or stay small?

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They may have been released last year, but Google’s latest phones are still the best the company has produced yet: relatively fast and affordable, with plenty of power, slick software and fantastic cameras. But which one would you choose? Is the regular Pixel 4 the best option or should you go for the large Pixel 4 XL. We’re here to help you break down the differences between the two phones in detail, so read on to find out exactly how the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL measure up.

Glasses

Google Pixel 4 Google Pixel 4 XL
Size 147.1 × 68.8 × 8.2 mm (5.7 × 2.7 × 0.3 inches) 160.4 × 75.1 × 8.2 mm (6.3 × 2.9 × 0.3 inches)
Weight 162 grams (5.71 oz) 193 grams (6.8 ounces)
Screen size 5.7-inch AMOLED 6.3-inch AMOLED
Screen resolution 2280 × 1080 pixels (444 pixels per inch) 3040 × 1440 pixels (537 pixels per inch)
Operation system Android 10 Android 10
Storage space 64 GB, 128 GB 64 GB, 128 GB
microSD card slot Not Not
Touch payment services Google Pay Google Pay
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
working memory 6 GB 6 GB
Camera Rear telephoto dual 12-megapixel and 16-megapixel, front 8MP Rear telephoto dual 12-megapixel and 16-megapixel, front 8MP
Video 4K at 30 frames per second, 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps 4K at 30 frames per second, 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps
Bluetooth version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0
port USB-C USB-C
Fingerprint sensor Not Not
Water resistance IP68 IP68
Battery 2,800 mAh

Fast charging (18 W)

Qi wireless charging

 3,700 mAh

Fast charging (18W)

Qi wireless charging
Application market Google Play Store Google Play Store
Network support AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon
Colors Just black, crisp white, oh so orange Just black, pure white, oh so orange
Price 499 dollars 599 dollars
Buy from Google Google
Review rating 4 out of 5 stars 4 out of 5 stars

Performance, battery life and charging

Google <entity>Pixel 4</entity> and 4 XL Hands on” style=”aspect-ratio: 1.499700059988″/>Julian Chokkattu/Digital trends</p> <p>Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor with 6 GB of RAM. This gives them enough processing power to run the latest Android games and applications and enables seamless and fast multitasking.</p> <p>Since the Pixel 4 XL has a larger power display, you’d expect it to boast a larger battery, and it certainly does. The Pixel 4 makes do with a paltry 2,800 mAh capacity, which is less than last year’s Pixel 3, while the Pixel 4 XL has a 3,700 mAh capacity. Even taking into account the screen size, the Pixel 4 XL has slightly more durability than its smaller brother. Both support fast wired charging via USB-C ports and Qi wireless charging.</p> <p>Winner: Google Pixel 4 XL</p> <h2>Design and durability</h2> <p><img class=Julian Chokkattu/Digital Trends

Google has tweaked its design for the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, but they look almost identical except for the fact that they’re different sizes. On the front, there’s a sizable bezel at the top of the screen, but thankfully no notch. The bezel below the display is shaved compared to the Pixel 3 and 3 XL. You’ll still find the power button and volume control on the right edge, and the USB-C port on the bottom. The glass back is now solid color, although the rounded bezel is a slightly different tone for contrast. The camera module is the rounded square in the upper left corner, which sticks out just a little. There is no fingerprint sensor as the new Pixels support face unlock. They come in white, black or the new orange color.

As glass phones with metal frames that can wear and tear, the Pixel 4 and 4 XL are begging for a protective case. However, they are IP68 rated, which means that rain, spills and even accidental submersion will not cause permanent damage.

Winner: Undecided

Display

Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL Hands onJulian Chokkattu/Digital Trends

The Pixel 4’s screen is 5.7 inches, compared to 6.3 inches in the Pixel 4 XL. Both have a higher-than-usual 90Hz refresh rate, which makes everything look a little smoother. Both are also OLED displays that offer excellent contrast and good readability in most conditions. But the other advantage the 4 XL has is the higher resolution, which means 537 pixels per inch, compared to the Pixel 4’s 444 pixels per inch.

Winner: Google Pixel 4 XL

Camera

Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL Hands onJulian Chokkattu/Digital Trends

Perhaps the biggest upgrade for the Pixel 4 line is the move to a dual-lens setup. The Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL combine a 12-megapixel 28mm wide-angle lens with a 16-megapixel 14mm telephoto lens in the main camera. On the front, there’s an 8-megapixel single-lens wide-angle lens. The new telephoto lens lets you zoom in on subjects with far greater clarity than before. It offers 2x optical zoom, but by using a hybrid approach combined with Super Res Zoom on the software side, it can go further.

Google also offers Live HDR+, so what you see on screen is an accurate representation of the final image. There are also new dual exposure controls, so you can manipulate highlights and shadows using different sliders, white balance for more true-to-life colors, and a dedicated astrophotography mode for shooting stars. You’ll also find improvements to the Pixel 3’s existing camera modes, such as Night Mode and Portrait Mode.

The Pixel 4 and 4 XL have the exact same camera setup on the front and back, so there’s no separating them here.

Winner: Undecided

Software and updates

Google <entity>Pixel 4</entity> and 4 XL Hands on” style=”aspect-ratio: 1.500600240096″/>You’ll find Android 10 with Google Touch running on the Pixel 4 and 4 XL, and it’s the sleekest, most elegant version of Android. It’s easy to use, packed with useful features and looks refined.</p> <p>Of course, both of these phones will quickly receive updates and new software features from Google, before other Android phones. If you’re the guy who installs beta software, that means the latest developer version of Android — right now, it’s the first beta of Android 11. No, it won’t have a fun name like Jellybean or Gingerbread, but it will bring new features. We’ll find out more at Google I/O soon; for now you are fine with the existing OS.</p> <p>Despite this, Google continues to update these phones. In the December 2019 “Pixel Feature Drop,” Google enhanced some of the best features of the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, including AI-powered Call Screen, background blur in photos, and Duo video calling. It’s great to see these features continue to improve. They are also guaranteed to receive fast and regular security patches.</p> <p>Winner: Undecided</p> <h2>Special features</h2> <p>Google Pixel 4 | (Don’t) hold your phone: New features coming to Pixel 4</p> <p>Both the Pixel 4 and 4 XL already come with several new features that will leave you excited. Some of these include things like audio assistance—users can turn down the volume on their device using a specific hand gesture. A person can also stop the alarm or even answer a call through the Motion Sense feature. This technology allows users to unlock their smart device without entering a passcode or waiting for the phone to read their fingerprint. Instead, the device uses facial recognition software to recognize the user and unlock for them. The latest update to Google Assistant comes with some new features; The virtual assistant can now respond to several commands in a row without users having to say “Hey, Google” for each command. The phone also uses a technology called “Active Edge,” which allows users to squeeze both sides of the Pixel to talk to Google Assistant. </p> <p><b>Winner: Undecided</b></p> <h2><b>Price and availability</b></h2> <p>When the phone launched, the Pixel 4 went for around $799, while the 4 XL was around $899. After announcing several discounts and offers, Google has dropped the price for both devices; The Pixel 4 is priced at $499 and the 4 XL costs $599. However, in the smartphone industry this price drop is actually a relatively small amount. You’ll save $100, but that’s about it. Both phones are available from Google or any other popular service provider. </p> <p><b>Overall winner: Google Pixel 4 XL</b></p> <p>Comparatively, the Pixel 4 and 4 XL perform very similarly. They have superior processing power, exciting features and comparable software. The biggest differences you’ll notice are the 4 XL’s larger screen and longer battery life. For this reason, we chose the Pixel 4 XL as our winner, although the Pixel 4 is still a great phone and a fantastic choice for anyone who likes a smaller phone or wants to save an extra $100.</p> <h4 class=

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