Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL specs, explained: Everything we know so far

There’s not much left to learn about the Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL. We know just about everything about it — from what photos shot with its camera will look like, to what accessories come with it in the box. Along the way, though, we’ve pieced together most of the spec sheets for both phones too. Here’s what we think we know about the Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL specs…

Even without seeing an official spec sheet from Google, we have a really good idea of what the Google Pixel 3’s specs will look like. Most of the information here is thanks to a leak of the Google Pixel 3 XL running a benchmarking app, previous Pixels’ specs, and other bits of info from our own sources.

We’re assuming, given history, that both phones will once again be nearly identical in terms of specs, although clearly there are some differences given the XL’s slightly larger size.

Google Pixel 3 specs

First of all, the standard Pixel 3 will be running the latest Qualcomm chip — the Snapdragon 845. That’s paired with the Adreno 630 GPU, 4GB RAM, and a 2,915 mAh battery. The phone will have a smaller, 5.5-inch display with an 18:9 aspect ratio, as well as a resolution of 2160 x 1080.

The cameras aren’t anything surprising from a hardware perspective. The back shooter is going to be 12.2MP, and the two front shooters are going to be 8.1-megapixels. It’s not clear which storage tiers the phone will launch with, but we know for sure that there are models with both 64GB and 128GB of storage space. Perhaps there will be an additional, even larger, size.

Here’s the full specs based on what we know today:

• Android 9 Pie
• 5.5-inch display, 18:9 aspect ratio, 2160 x 1080 resolution, 440 dpi
• 12.2-megapixel rear camera w/ laser autofocus + dual pixel phase detection
• One 8.1-megapixel front camera, f/1.8 aperture
• Second 8.1-megapixel front camera w/ wide-angle lens, variable f/1.8 and f/2.2 aperture
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 system-on-a-chip
• Adreno 630 GPU
• Pixel Visual Core (2nd generation?)
• 4GB LPDDR4x RAM
• 64GB or 128GB storage
• Just Black, Clearly White, others (names unknown)
• Stereo front-firing speakers
• Bluetooth 5.0 + LE
• 2,915 mAh battery
• Wi-Fi 2.4G + 5GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 MIMO
• NFC, eSIM, GPS, GLONASS
• Active Edge
• Proximity / Ambient light sensor
• Accelerometer / Gyrometer, Magnetometer, Barometer
• Android Sensor Hub
• Pixel Imprint
• Wireless charging support

Google Pixel 3 XL specs

Like previous years, all of the Google Pixel 3 XL specs are going to be nearly identical to those of the Pixel 3. The primary difference with the larger model is that the display is obviously larger, has a notable display cutout (notch) at the top to house the dual front-facing cameras, and the phone itself is bigger. Functionally, the phone is going to be almost exactly the same.

The Google Pixel 3 XL will have a Snapdragon 845, the Adreno 630 GPU, 4GB RAM, and a 3,430 mAh battery. Its large display will have a resolution of 2960×1440 and comes in at 6.7-inches (although that might be a misreading thanks to the phone’s notch).

Here’s the full specs based on what we know today:

• Android 9 Pie
• 6.7-inch (???) display, 2960×1440 resolution
• 12.2-megapixel rear camera w/ laser autofocus + dual pixel phase detection
• One 8.1-megapixel front camera, f/1.8 aperture
• Second 8.1-megapixel front camera w/ wide-angle lens, variable f/1.8 and f/2.2 aperture
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 system-on-a-chip
• Adreno 630 GPU
• Pixel Visual Core (2nd generation?)
• 4GB LPDDR4x RAM
• 64GB or 128GB storage
• Just Black, Clearly White, others (names unknown)
• Stereo front-firing speakers
• Bluetooth 5.0 + LE
• 3,430 mAh battery
• Wi-Fi 2.4G + 5GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 MIMO
• NFC, eSIM, GPS, GLONASS
• Active Edge
• Proximity / Ambient light sensor
• Accelerometer / Gyrometer, Magnetometer, Barometer
• Android Sensor Hub
• Pixel Imprint
• Wireless charging support

Obviously, the phones haven’t been launched yet, but given the extent of the latest leaks, we can stand behind these spec sheets — despite their holes — fairly confidently.

Updated Friday, August 31st, with the latest information on smaller Pixel 3.

More Pixel 3 XL Leaks:

• Wireless charging seemingly confirmed for Google Pixel 3 XL in new leaked video
• First alleged Google Pixel 3 XL camera samples leak showing off another impressive shooter
• Double the front camera, double the leak: Google Pixel 3 XL again captured in spy shots
• Google Pixel 3 XL notch spotted from a mile away in latest spy shot
• Google Pixel 3 XL leak reveals 6.7-inch display, confirms battery and camera specs [Video]
• Google Pixel 3 XL leaked in unboxing, includes USB-C Pixel Buds, #teampixel sticker [Gallery]
• Yes, the mystery logo on leaked Pixel 3 XL prototype’s backside is Google’s
• Alleged Google Pixel 3 XL in-the-flesh images leak, showing notch, design, and more
• Google Pixel 3 XL benchmark seemingly confirms Snapdragon 845, 4GB of RAM
• Google Pixel 3 XL shows up in new alleged leaked photos, shows off white color
• Google Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL leak out in new renders showing off the speakers, notch, and cameras
• Google Pixel 3 launch may take place on October 4th for the third year in a row
• Google Pixel 3 XL renders based on latest leaks are likely pretty close to the real deal
• Google Pixel 3 & 3 XL: Built by Foxconn, notch on XL, Verizon exclusive again, dual front cameras

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