Now that the Pixel 3 XL is here, we’re comparing it to some of the best Android smartphones around right now. In this particular round, we’re seeing how it compares to the OnePlus 6.
The Pixel 3 XL and OnePlus 6 are cut from the same cloth. Sure, there are some differences, but overall, they are very similar devices. From the large displays with the notch to the glass and metal design and rear mounted fingerprint scanner, they trade off features on just about every category.
Down below is a side by side comparison of the Pixel 3 XL and OnePlus 6.
Google - Pixel 3 XL | OnePlus - OnePlus 6 | |
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Display Size | 6.3-inch, 1440 x 2960 pixel display (522 ppi) | 6.28-inch, 1080 x 2280 pixel display (402 ppi) |
Resolution X | 1440 | 1080 |
Resolution Y | 2960 | 2280 |
Display Type | QHD+ flexible OLED | AMOLED |
Operating System | Android 9.0 (at launch) | OxygenOS based on Android Oreo |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 |
RAM | 4GB | 6GB/8GB |
Storage |
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External Storage | No | No |
Main Camera (Back) | 12MP | 16&20MP |
Secondary Camera (Front) | 8MP | 16MP |
Networks |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 + LE | Bluetooth 5.0, support aptX & aptX HD |
Battery | 2915mAh | 3300mAh |
NFC | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity |
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Sensors |
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GPS |
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Height | 6.2 inches (15.75 cm) | 15.7 mm (0.62 inches) |
Width | 3 inches (76.2 mm) | 75.4 mm (2.97 inches) |
Depth | 0.3 inches (7.6 mm) | 7.75 mm (0.31 inches) |
Weight | 184 g (6.49 oz) | 6.2 oz (176 g) |
Colors | Black, Pink, White | Mirror Black/ Midnight Black/ Silk White |
Supported Audio Formats | N/A | N/A |
Supported Video Formats | N/A | N/A |
Thank you to @evleaks for image assistance.

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