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Google is sticking with the two-tone look, but instead of mixing glass and metal, it’s all glass on the rear. It juts into the screen way too much and looks distracting. The only design difference this year is the massive notch on the top-front of the Pixel 3 XL, whereas the smaller Pixel 3 opts for chunky bezels around the screen. The larger form-factor also allows for a larger battery. The Pixel 3 XL has a larger screen - 6.3 inches versus the Pixel 3’s 5.5 inches - offering space for more pixels. But, physically, the phones aren’t identical, of course. It means you don’t need to sacrifice features over which model you choose. The Pixel 3 XL has mostly the same features as the Pixel 3, a strategy Google started with earlier Pixel phones - and one Apple is using for the iPhone XS and XS Max. Looking for the notch-free, smaller Pixel 3? You can read our review here. If you want the best Android experience, this is the best smartphone to buy - just try to ignore the notch. Not to mention it’s one of the best Android phones that will get consistent software updates for quite some time. As a cherry on top, you get a great screen and speakers, good performance, and a stunning camera yet again. You also will not find comparable artificial intelligence features anywhere else.

It has the absolute best software experience on any Android phone, period. Battery life is mediocre, especially when pitted against phones in this price range as well.īut there’s so much else that’s right with the Pixel 3 XL, we are willing to accept these shortcomings. When compared to the rest of the smartphone market, it sticks out like a $900 sore thumb. Google got the design of its new Pixel 3 XL almost right this year, except for the ugly notch on the front of the phone. Google’s Pixel devices often come so close to being the perfect Android phones, but they falter on the same two things: design and battery life. If you’re on a budget, however, this is a great time to buy a Google Pixel 3 XL at a deep discount.

Fitbit Versa 3Įditor’s Note: The Pixel 4 XL smartphone has been announced with a faster processor and improved camera system, so you may want to wait and buy that new model.