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Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) — Snapdragon 835 · 64GB · Black
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Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black)

Snapdragon 835 · 64GB · Black

60
/ 100
From $849
VS
Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) wins by 4
Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) — Snapdragon 845 · 64GB · Black
Google

Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)

Snapdragon 845 · 64GB · Black

64
/ 100
From $899
Specdex verdict

Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) lands at 60 and Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) at 64. That puts Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Classic flagship pedigree
  • ✓Long firmware tail
  • ✓Competitive resale

Pick Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Classic flagship pedigree
  • ✓Long firmware tail
  • ✓Competitive resale
Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) 60
vs
64 Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)

Score breakdown

Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black)
60
cpu 60
gpu 58
camera 57
battery 54
display 60
design 58
Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)
64
cpu 64
gpu 62
camera 61
battery 58
display 64
design 62

Specs side-by-side

Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) versus Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Snapdragon 845
Storage
64GB
64GB
Color
Black
Black
Release year
2017
2018

Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Classic flagship pedigree
  • +Long firmware tail
  • +Competitive resale
Cons
  • −No 5G on pre-2020 models
  • −Aging ports/charging
  • −Shorter update window

Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Classic flagship pedigree
  • +Long firmware tail
  • +Competitive resale
Cons
  • −No 5G on pre-2020 models
  • −Aging ports/charging
  • −Shorter update window

FAQ: Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) vs Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)

Which is better, Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) or Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black)? +

Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) scores 64 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $849, Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 60 — strongest in cpu.

Is Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $899, Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 64 — strongest in cpu.

Does Pixel 2 XL 64GB (Black) or Pixel 3 XL 64GB (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.