Google Pixel / XL Vs Google Nexus 5X Comparison: Which Google Smart Phone You Should Buy In 2016

Google unveiled for the first time at its October 4 event, a smartphone whose hardware and software are both manufactured by Google itself: the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. Google's Pixel shares similar specifications to the bigger Pixel XL but is a bit smaller in size.

Google Pixel / XL Vs Google Nexus 5X Complete Comparison:

In its Nexus lineup, Google had released amazing smartphones in collaboration with a number of hardware partners. However, in the new Pixel, the Tech Giant has handpicked specific parts from HTC. Here is our comparison between the Pixel and the Nexus 5X, which will help you decide which Google's next smartphone you should buy:

Design Comparison:

Pixel features a 5" AMOLED display coupled with an FHD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels of 441 PPI. Meanwhile, the Nexus 5x sports a 5.2-inch FHD LCD with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution of 424 PPI. The latest Google flagship has a polished metal glass frame whereas the 5X comprises of polycarbonate construction.

Google Pixel comes in three colors: Quite black, Very silver and really blue. The Nexus 5X is available in Carbon, Quartz, and Ice.

Hardware Comparison:

Google Pixel clearly leads the Nexus 5X in tersms of hardware specs. Pixel is powered by a Qualcomm 821 quad processor, packing 4GB RAM and 32 GB/128 GB of non-expandable Memory. 5X however, has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 hexacore processor with 2GB RAM and a 16GB/32 GB internal memory. The Pixel features a comparatively better 2,660 mAh non-removable battery with fast charging capacity whereas the Nexus 5X features a 2,700 mAh non-removable battery.

The Google Pixel passes the Battery Life test with flying colorshttps://t.co/GQkxcMVojq

— Phandroid (@Phandroid) October 17, 2016

Camera Comparison:

Pixel has a notable 12.3 MP sensor offering a f/2.0 aperture with an 8MP front camera. Nexus 5X features a 5MP front camera and 12.3 MP Sony IMX377 for the rear camera and. Pixel camera received a score of 89 from DxOMark , which is the highest score yet for a smartphone.

Google Camera v4.2 from the Pixel now available for download on Nexus 5X/6P, adds grids, focus & exposure control https://t.co/2q9s6pObzR — 9to5Google (@9to5Google) October 17, 2016

Other Specs Comparison:

Nexus 5X features Android Nougat 7.0 with a large front-facing speaker. It also has a fingerprint sensor which even allows the user to authorize online purchases. Nexus 5X is available for a price of $349 for 16GB model and $399 for its 32GB variant.

Google's Pixel also has an Android finger-print sensor allowing users to unlock their device and also authorize mobile payments. The smart-phone is also splash and dust resistant. Pixel will also be running on Android Nougat 7.1 costing around $650.

Google Pixel / XL Vs Google Nexus 5X, And The Winner Is?

The Nexus 5X model lags behind Pixel in some features including the Google assistant, the Pixel launcher and an unlimited Back up for photos. Based on the $250 price difference, the given specs seem worth the extra price. Google Pixel is clearly the better phone among the two. Both smart-phones are available for pre-order and will hit the market on October 20.