Google Pixel XE

Google has launched multiple generations of Pixel phones in the market. After which, it added the budget Pixel 3a and 4a to the lineup. These offered toned down hardware performance without major compromises with the imaging output. And now, following Apple’s suit, Google is adding Pixel SE to the mix. This is a mid-range 5G phone from the brand that faces heavy competition in this price bracket. The Pixel XE sports a 6-inch OLED display with Full HD+ resolution of 1080x2340 pixels. This gives you pixel density of 430 PPI. The phone runs on Android 11 version out of box that gives you the latest software features available in the market. Pixel XE comes powered by octa-core Snapdragon 765G processor that gets paired with 6GB RAM. It features Adreno 620 GPU and you get 128GB onboard storage. Pixel XE gets a dual rear camera setup that includes 12MP sensor and 16MP ultra-wide sensor. While on the front, the phone has an 8MP selfie camera that also supports video calling. Google has packed the phone with a larger 4080mAh battery that supports 18W wired fast charging and wireless charging is there too. Like every other Pixel phone, this one also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, while it lacks 3.5mm headphone jack. Other popular Google mobiles worth considering are the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 3a XL and the Pixel 5.

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Processor : Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
RAM : 6 GB
Storage : 128 GB
Battery : 4080 mAh battery
Camera : Single (8 MP, Wide Angle Camera)
Display : 6.0 inches (15.24 cms)
SIM : Dual SIM (SIM1: Nano) (SIM2: eSIM)
Operating System : Android v11

Google Pixel XE Details

OLED Display, Design
Pixel XE flaunts a 6-inch OLED display that supports Full HD+ resolution with 1080x2340 pixels. This translates into pixel density of 430 PPI. The screen with 19:5:9 aspect ratio features punch hole layout that houses the front camera at the top-left. The volume rocker and power button sit on the right side of the phone for one-hand usage.
Performance, Storage, Dual Camera
Google has used the octa-core Snapdragon 675G chipset to power the Pixel XE. This offers 5G network support for the phone, and deliver multi-tasking performance, paired with the 6GB RAM. The graphics capabilities of the phone are handled by Adreno 620 GPU. The phone runs on Android 11 operating system which is the latest flavour available in the market. For storage, you get 128GB onboard, but the lack of a card slot means you cannot expand it further. Pixel XE gets dual cameras at the back that includes a 12MP primary sensor and 16MP ultra-wide-angle sensor. These might be less than what we are used to these days, but Pixel phones are known for their superior quality. On the front, the phone has 8MP camera for selfies and video calling.
Security, Battery, Wireless Charging, Connectivity
Pixel XE features rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and supports face unlock for additional security of the phone. This way you can secure data stored in certain apps. The phone packs a 4080mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging via USB Type C port. You also get support for wireless charging using any standard Qi charging unit. For connectivity, the phone offers Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, 5G, 4G VoLTE, NFC and GPS with GLONASS. It lacks headphone jack which means you have to rely on the USB Type C port to plug your wired headphones.

Google Pixel XE Specifications

Summary

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
Display 6.0 inches (15.24 cms)
Storage 128 GB
Front Camera Single (8 MP, Wide Angle Camera)
Rear Camera Dual (12.2 MP Camera + 16 MP, Wide Angle, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera)
Battery 4080 mAh
RAM 6 GB

General

Launch Date August 2, 2021
Face unlock Yes

Processor

Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
No of Cores 8 (Octa Core)
CPU 2.4GHz, Single core, Kryo 475 + 2.2GHz, Single core, Kryo 475 + 1.8GHz, Hexa Core, Kryo 475
Architecture 64-bit
Graphics Adreno 620

Software

Operating System Android v11

Storage

Internal Memory 128 GB
RAM 6 GB
Expandable Memory No

Display

Display Type OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels
Size 6.0 inches (15.24 cms)
Aspect ratio 19.5:9
Bezel-less display Yes, with Punch-hole
TouchScreen Yes, Capacitive, Multi-touch
Color Reproduction 16M Colors
Pixel Density 430 pixels per inch (ppi)

Camera

Rear Dual (12.2 MP Camera + 16 MP, Wide Angle, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera)
Flash Rear (LED Flash)
Front Single (8 MP, Wide Angle Camera)
Camera Features Auto Flash, Auto Focus, Face detection, Touch to focus
Shooting Modes Continuos Shooting, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR)

Battery

Type Li-Polymer
Capacity 4080 mAh
Removable No
Fast Charging Yes, 18W
Wireless Charging Yes

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Yes with b/g/n
SIM Configuration Dual SIM (SIM1: Nano) (SIM2: eSIM)
Bluetooth Bluetooth v5.0
Network 5G: Supported by device (network not rolled-out in India), 4G: Available (supports Indian bands), 3G: Available, 2G: Available
Voice over LTE(VoLTE) Yes
Wi-fi features Mobile Hotspot
GPS Yes with A-GPS
Infrared Yes
USB USB Type-C, Mass storage device, USB charging
NFC Chipset Yes

Sensors

Fingerprint sensor Yes, Rear
Other Sensor Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope

Sound

Speaker Yes
Audio Jack Yes, USB Type-C
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