Google's Pixel 2 XL is the most powerful Android phone to date. They're gorgeous, feature-packed devices that deliver a flawless user experience in every way.
Because of its outstanding camera, lengthy software update cycle, and sleek Google software, the Pixel is one of the best Android phones you can purchase. It is also waterproof and has a top-of-the-line processor that can run apps and games as well as heavyweights.
The Note 8 and Galaxy S8 are more stylish than the iPhone. It is less glamorous than its competitors and lacks a headphone socket.
Google has abandoned the dual camera and super-thin edges of its Pixel 2 cameras, which is a shame. But it's smarter to keep in line with the big boys when it comes to aesthetics. Pixel 2 will also be perfect for minimalist design.
The iPhone X is not as good, but it is still one of the top Android phones. It's an extremely solid phone that has a great camera, Google Lens, three years of guaranteed updates and is our pick for best smartphone.
Camera Quality
The Pixel 2 is a great camera. It produces very precise exposures indoors and outdoors, even in low light conditions. It's also very good at preserving fine detail, although it's possible to see some luminance noise in the Pixel's images.
Despite the fact that the Pixel is only a single-lens camera, its autofocus performance is very fast and precise. The Pixel has a strong dynamic range and can be used for wide-angle as well as telephoto shots.
It has excellent color reproduction, with vibrant, natural colors in every range of the spectrum. Even in bright environments. The Pixel's image stability is excellent, although it isn’t as smooth or as good as that of a dual-lens device such as the iPhone 8 Plus.
Battery Life
The Pixel's battery can last up to 24 hours on one charge, even when you are using heavy apps or playing games. It has the same amazing battery management as we've come accustomed to from Google.
Sense 6
The Sense 6 interface is Google's modernized take on Android that brings together many of the latest features and functions into an intuitive and seamless package. It also features an updated lock screen, Music detection and Airplane Mode support.
The new Ghost mode lets you slide down to see more from the home screen, even when the display is off. You also have a Find my Phone feature that will help you locate your device.
The smartphone is also the first phone with an Always-On display. It displays missed messages and notifications when your screen's off. However, you can disable it if that's not what you want.
The Pixel has a very responsive fingerprint reader that you can unlock quickly and without touching the display, which is an important feature for some users. And it has a great battery life, if not the longest out there.