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Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£800RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:5 inchesMain camera megapixels:12.2 MP

Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of smartphones
5.8

Value for money

Value for money
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

25%

4.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

4.0

Battery

10%

4.8

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

6.5

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 91%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 84%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

25%

4.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

4.0

Battery

10%

4.8

Software

10%

6.8

Connectivity

4%

6.5

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

5.4
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 5 points, which is lower than 53.4% of smartphones.
5.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

5.8
Brand name
Google
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 68.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.45 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.45 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 8 Oreo
Android version
Android 8 Oreo
This smartphone runs Android version Android 8 Oreo which is older than that found in 96.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 1.7% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12.2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12.2 MP which is lower than that of 94.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.9 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 98.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 1920 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x1920 px which is lower than that of 75.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
441 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 441 ppi which is higher than that of 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
2,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 2,700 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 99% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
10.5 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 10.5 W which is slower than in 93.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
145.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 145.7 mm which is shorter than 97.9% of smartphones.
Width
69.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 69.7 mm which is narrower than 97.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
143 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 143 g which is lighter than 99.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
70,035 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 70,035 cm³ which is smaller than 98.8% of smartphones.
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Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Google Lens, HDR+ Computational Photography, Now Playing, Portrait Mode
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.45 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Google Lens, HDR+ Computational Photography, Now Playing, Portrait Mode
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 11.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (441 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    441 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 27.1% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (143 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    143 g vs 196.2 g
  • 6.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (69.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    69.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 17.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (145.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    145.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 28.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (70035 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    70,035 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 46% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (75 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    75 vs 99.5
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 1.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 25.8% worse value for money
    Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.83 vs 7.3).
    5.83 vs 7.34
  • 3.08x more expensive
    Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£800 vs £260).
    £800 vs £260
  • 7.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Google Pixel 2
    the average smartphone
    Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.47 vs 8.000).
    7.47 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 30.8% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,461 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,461 vs 10,783
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 59% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (386 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    386 vs 942
  • 70.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (3000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    3,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 42.9% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,447 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,447 vs 2,533
  • 55.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,394 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,394 vs 3,115
  • 68.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (389 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    389 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 8 Oreo vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 8 Oreo vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • 25.3% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 18.3% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (98 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    98 vs 120
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (440 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    440 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x1920 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x1920 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 46% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (75 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    75 vs 99.5
  • 68.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (10.5 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    10.5 W vs 33 W
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2017
    2017 vs 2024

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financialpost.com
17/10/2017
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trustedreviews.com
18/10/2017
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Google Pixel 2 review - Trusted Reviews
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engadget.com
17/10/2017
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Pixel 2 and 2 XL review: Google's best phones get even better - Engadget
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arstechnica.com
17/10/2017
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Pixel 2 and 2 XL review—The best Android phone you can buy - Ars Technica
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techadvisor.com
02/04/2019
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Google Pixel 2 Review: Camera King Are you looking for a specific performance metric or a comparison with its successor, the Pixel 3?
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techradar.com
18/06/2019
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Google Pixel 2 review - TechRadar
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dpreview.com
12/02/2018
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androidcentral.com
17/10/2017
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Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL review: The new standard for Android
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canadianreviewer.com
26/10/2017
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theguardian.com
25/10/2017
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businessinsider.com
17/10/2017
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Google Pixel 2: REVIEW - Business Insider
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techcrunch.com
17/10/2017
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wired.com
17/10/2017
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Review: Google Pixel 2 - WIRED
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theverge.com
17/10/2017
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Google Pixel 2 review: plainly great - The Verge
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phonandroid.com
03/11/2017
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Google Pixel 2 and 2 XL: release date, price, and specs
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quechoisir.org
2017
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digitec.ch
04/12/2017
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nextpit.fr
05/11/2017
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tomsguide.fr
25/11/2017
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Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: We Tested Them | Tom's Guide
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cnetfrance.fr
22/11/2017
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Google Pixel 2 Review: Still the Best Android Camera
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What we like about Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Industry-leading camera quality with excellent HDR+, low-light performance, and portrait mode
  • Clean, fast, and pure Android software experience with guaranteed timely updates
  • Highly responsive and smooth real-world performance powered by the Snapdragon 835
  • Excellent front-facing stereo speakers that provide loud and clear audio
  • One-hand-friendly ergonomic design that is easy to grip and pocket
  • Durable build with IP67 water and dust resistance
  • Useful exclusive features like 'Now Playing' song identification and the 'Active Edge' squeeze for Google Assistant

What we don't like about Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Dated design featuring large top and bottom bezels compared to contemporary bezel-less rivals
  • Removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack, requiring a dongle for wired audio
  • Average battery life from the 2,700mAh cell that may struggle with heavy all-day use
  • Lack of wireless charging and facial recognition technology
  • Display is not as bright or high-resolution as the XL model or competing Samsung flagships
  • No microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Camera is limited to a single lens, lacking the versatility of dedicated telephoto or wide-angle lenses found on competitors

Verdict

The Google Pixel 2 (4GB + 128GB variant) is a compact smartphone featuring a 5.0-inch FHD+ AMOLED display and powered by the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor. It is renowned for its exceptional single 12.2 MP rear camera, which leverages computational photography to deliver some of the best photos and portrait shots of its era, along with guaranteed, prompt software updates directly from Google. Key benefits include the clean, stock Android experience and the convenience of unlimited high-quality photo backups. However, notable drawbacks are the dated design with substantial bezels, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a relatively average battery life that might require mid-day charging for heavy users.

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