Once upon of time, LG and Google teamed up to create some of the best Android phones of all time. Now, the companies have gone their separate ways to create their own individual flagships. Google introduced its newest flagship, the Pixel 2 XL, last year while LG just took the wraps off the G7.
So, which one is better?
That’s kind of a loaded question and the answer will be based on your specific needs. Much like Samsung, LG is marching to its own beat when it comes to software and design. That means an ugly skin on top of stock Android, with a few extra features LG deems worthy, but it also has a great design comparable to other flagships.
The Pixel 2 XL is the best way to get stock Android along with the best that Google has to offer, which is timely updates and a kick ass camera. Unfortunately, you’ll be giving up wireless charging with a somewhat disappointing all-aluminum body.
The choice between the two is not clear cut. Those considering the two will have to weigh the pros and cons carefully, because in the end, each is great. Compare the two for yourself in the spec shootout down below.
| LG - G7 | Google - Pixel 2 XL | |
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| Display Size | 6.1-inch, 1440 x 3120 pixel display (563 ppi) | 6-inch, 1440 x 2880 pixel display (537 ppi) |
| Resolution X | 1440 | 1440 |
| Resolution Y | 3120 | 2880 |
| Display Type | QHD+ | QHD+ pOLED |
| Operating System | Android 8.0 (at launch) | Android 8.0 (at launch) |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
| RAM | 4GB/6GB | 4GB |
| Storage |
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| External Storage | Yes | No |
| External Storage Specs |
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| Main Camera (Back) | 16MP | 12.2MP |
| Secondary Camera (Front) | 8MP | 8MP |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 BLE | Bluetooth 5.0 LE |
| Battery | 3000mAh | 3520mAh |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity |
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| Height | 153.2 mm (6.03 inches) | 6.2 inches (15.75 cm) |
| Width | 71.9 mm (2.83 inches) | 3 inches (76.2 mm) |
| Depth | 7.9 mm (0.31 inches) | 0.3 inches (7.6 mm) |
| Weight | 162 g (5.71 oz) | 6.2 oz (176 g) |
| Colors | New Platinum Gray, New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue, Raspberry Rose | Black, Blue, White |
| Supported Audio Formats | N/A | N/A |
| Supported Video Formats | N/A | N/A |
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