Google Pixel 6
Specs
General
| Device Type | Google phone |
| Announced | 19 October, 2021 |
| Released | 28 October, 2021 |
| Status | Available |
Design
| Dimensions | 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 207 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
| Colors | Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | OLED |
| Size | 6.4 inches (16.26 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 px (FHD+) |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 411 ppi |
| Touch Screen | Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Features | Always-on display |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm |
| Camera Setup | Double |
| Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1.25µm |
| Image | 8150 x 6150 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Camera Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Dual-LED flash |
Hardware
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 12 |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Google Tensor |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa core (2.8 GHz, Dual core, Cortex X1 + 2.25 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 5 nm |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Mali-G78 MP20 |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 8 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 128 GB |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Network
| SIM TYPE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano SIM |
| SIM Technology | Dual Sim, Dual Standby |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | LTE |
| 5G Network | SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| Speed | 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE, 5G capable |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Features
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| Web Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages. | HTML5 |
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable |
| Torch |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 4614 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | No |
| Extra |
Wired (based on 30W charger), PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 21W wireless Reverse wireless |
Google Pixel 6 Detailed Review
The Google Pixel 6, released in October 2021, is a significant leap forward for Google in terms of hardware, design, and software innovation. With the introduction of Google’s custom-made Tensor chip, an upgraded camera system, and Android 12 with the new Material You design language, the Google Pixel 6 positions itself as one of the best value flagships on the market.
Design and Build Quality
The Google Pixel 6 features a bold new design compared to its predecessors. Its distinctive look is dominated by the camera bar that stretches across the back of the phone, giving it a unique and recognizable profile.
- Materials: The Google Pixel 6 has a glass front and back (Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and Gorilla Glass 6 on the back) with an aluminum frame, lending it a premium feel. It’s also IP68 water and dust-resistant.
- Dimensions: At 6.4 inches, the Google Pixel 6 has a large display but remains comfortable to hold. It measures 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm and weighs 207g, making it a bit chunky but solid.
- Colors: The Google Pixel 6 is available in eye-catching colors like Stormy Black, Kinda Coral, and Sorta Seafoam, which enhance its playful yet premium vibe.
Display
- Size & Type: The Google Pixel 6 sports a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution, delivering crisp and vibrant visuals.
- Refresh Rate: It supports a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth scrolling and a more fluid user experience, though it’s not as high as some competitors offering 120Hz.
- Brightness: The screen offers excellent brightness levels, making it easy to use outdoors, with HDR10+ support for enhanced color and contrast while watching high-quality content.
While it’s not as advanced as the 120Hz OLED found on the GooglePixel 6 Pro, the 90Hz display on the Pixel 6 still provides a high-quality visual experience.
Performance
The Google Pixel 6 is powered by Google’s custom-built Tensor chip, which represents the company’s shift from relying on third-party processors like Qualcomm to its own silicon.
- Tensor Chip: Google’s Tensor is designed to optimize AI and machine learning tasks, making it ideal for features like on-device language processing, real-time translations, and enhanced computational photography.
- RAM & Storage: It comes with 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking, and storage options of 128GB or 256GB. Unfortunately, there’s no microSD card slot for storage expansion.
- Real-World Performance: The Tensor chip, paired with Google’s software optimization, ensures a fast and fluid experience in daily use, though it’s slightly behind the performance of Snapdragon 888 or Apple’s A15 in terms of raw power. However, it excels in AI-related tasks, which is where Google has focused its efforts.
Software
- Android 12: The Google Pixel 6 runs Android 12 out of the box, with Google’s new Material You design language. This new system allows for a high degree of customization, automatically adjusting system colors to match your wallpaper.
- Exclusive Features: As a Pixel, it also gets Google’s latest and greatest features first, such as real-time on-device translations, a smarter Google Assistant, and enhanced privacy tools.
- Updates: Google promises 5 years of security updates, making the Pixel 6 a great long-term investment in terms of software.
Camera
The Google Pixel series is known for its camera prowess, and the Pixel 6 takes things to the next level with new hardware and enhanced computational photography.
- Main Camera: 50 MP wide camera with an f/1.9 aperture, featuring Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and omnidirectional PDAF. This sensor captures an incredible amount of detail and performs exceptionally well in both daylight and low-light conditions.
- Ultra-Wide Camera: 12 MP ultra-wide camera with a 114-degree field of view, perfect for landscapes and group shots.
- Front Camera: 8 MP front camera, which delivers crisp and detailed selfies.
Camera Performance:
- Daylight Photography: The Pixel 6 excels in daylight conditions, producing sharp, vibrant, and well-balanced images. Google’s software magic ensures photos retain impressive detail and dynamic range.
- Night Photography: Night Sight is one of the best in the business, delivering clear and noise-free images even in challenging low-light environments.
- Video: The Google Pixel 6 records 4K video at 30/60fps, offering good stabilization and quality, though it lacks some of the advanced video features seen in competitors like the iPhone 13 series.
Battery Life
- Capacity: The Pixel 6 packs a 4,614 mAh battery, which provides solid all-day battery life for most users.
- Charging: It supports 30W fast charging (though the charger is not included in the box), and 21W wireless charging with Google’s Pixel Stand. It also supports reverse wireless charging for powering other devices.
- Real-World Usage: With moderate use, the Pixel 6 can comfortably last through a full day, though heavy users might need a top-up in the evening, especially if they’re using the 90Hz refresh rate.
Connectivity
- 5G Support: The Google Pixel 6 supports 5G connectivity (both Sub-6 and mmWave, depending on the model), ensuring future-proofing for faster network speeds.
- Other Connectivity: It comes with Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC for contactless payments, and USB Type-C.
Security
- Fingerprint Sensor: The Pixel 6 has an in-display fingerprint sensor, which works decently but is not as fast or reliable as some other flagship sensors.
- Face Unlock: Unfortunately, there’s no dedicated face unlock feature, unlike other high-end smartphones.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Tensor Chip Innovation: Google’s Tensor chip is highly optimized for AI tasks, making features like real-time translation and computational photography stand out.
- Excellent Camera Performance: The Pixel 6 offers flagship-level camera quality, with outstanding computational photography features like Night Sight and Real Tone.
- Stock Android Experience: Pure Android 12 with Material You customization and fast software updates make for a smooth and unique experience.
- Premium Design: A unique, bold design with solid build quality and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
- Great Value for Money: Priced competitively for a flagship, offering great hardware and features at a more affordable price than some high-end competitors.
- 5 Years of Security Updates: Google’s promise of extended support adds to its longevity and appeal.
Cons:
- Average Performance for High-End Tasks: The Tensor chip, while optimized for AI, is slightly behind in raw performance compared to Snapdragon 888 or A15 Bionic, particularly in gaming and benchmark scores.
- Mediocre In-Display Fingerprint Sensor: The fingerprint sensor can be a bit slow and inconsistent compared to other flagship devices.
- No Telephoto Lens: While the Pixel 6’s camera is fantastic, it lacks a dedicated telephoto lens, limiting zoom capabilities compared to some competitors.
- Charging Speed Could Be Faster: The 30W charging support is decent but slower than many of its rivals that offer up to 65W or more.
- No Face Unlock: Lacks facial recognition security, which is found in other premium smartphones.
- No MicroSD Expansion: With no option for storage expansion, users must rely on the internal storage or cloud solutions.
Conclusion
The Google Pixel 6 is an excellent value flagship smartphone, offering a powerful combination of Google’s software expertise, impressive camera capabilities, and a unique design. While it doesn’t outperform some competitors in terms of raw power, its AI-driven features, exceptional photography, and clean Android experience make it a compelling option for those who prioritize user experience and long-term updates. Its competitive pricing makes it an excellent choice for users seeking flagship features without paying top-tier prices.
Who Is It For?
- Photography enthusiasts who want an exceptional camera experience without paying for a high-end flagship.
- Android purists looking for the latest Android updates and a clean user interface.
- Users who value AI-driven features like real-time translation, advanced photo editing, and enhanced Google Assistant capabilities.
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