| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $610.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2017, October 04. Released 2017, October 17 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 145.7 x 69.7 x 7.8 mm (5.74 x 2.74 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 143 g (5.04 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | |
| Features | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | Type | AMOLED |
| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~67.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Platform | OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) | |
| GPU | Adreno 540 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | |
| Features | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 12.2 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@30/60/120fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps (gyro-EIS) | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4µm |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 10.5W wired (capped), PD2.0 | |
| Misc | Colors | Kinda Blue, Just Black, Clearly White |
| Models | G011A | |
| Price | About 610 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
GeekBench: 6437 (v4.4) GFXBench: 26fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.023 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 70dB / Noise 77dB / Ring 81dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.3dB / Crosstalk -66.2dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 75h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Google Pixel 2
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
Disadvantages
- Omission of a 3.5mm headphone jack (requires Type-C adapter or wireless audio)
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
In real-world daily practice, the Google Pixel 2 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Google's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant AMOLED measuring 5 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 2MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 2700mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Google Pixel 2 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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