Google Pixel 3 vs Pixel 3 XL: What Buyers Need to Know

The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are two exciting phones available now for pre-order. And while they’re extremely similar, there are a few differences worth talking about. With that in mind, here we’ll go over what you need to know and expect before you buy one vs the other.

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If you’re hunting for your next smartphone the Pixel 3 XL is a top contender when it arrives on October 18th. However, delivering a nearly identical design to last year and a big notch in the display could have people looking at the smaller Pixel 3.

Right now you have several great Android phones to choose from, and more are on the way. Impressive devices like the Galaxy Note 9, OnePlus 6 or even the LG G7 ThinQ. That said, keep in mind that multiple high-end phones are still coming before the end of 2018.

If you love stock Android and an amazing camera experience, you’re likely looking at Google’s Pixel phones. This year the improved the design and camera, but it’s the software that makes the Pixel 3 stand out against the competition.

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For those in the United States and that prefer stock Android, the Pixel 3 XL and OnePlus 6T will be the two best options. However, there are some notable aspects about those phones that could have you opting for Google’s smaller Pixel 3. Just because it’s small doesn’t make it a budget device, it’s still a high-end flagship smartphone worthy of attention. The Pixel 3 and 3 XL have the same powerful internals, so don’t think the smaller phone isn’t a high-end experience, it is.

Without further delay, here’s how the two compare. What’s the same, what sets them apart, and what you need to know so you can plan on waiting, or opt for something else like the OnePlus 6T.

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