Google Pixel 2 XL vs Google Pixel 3a XL
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 2 XL
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 3a XL
Faster charging
Google Pixel 3a XL
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Google Pixel 2 XL
Lighter body
Google Pixel 3a XL
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6 | 6 |
| Panel Type | P-OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2880 | 2160 |
| Resolution Width | 1440 | 1080 |
| PPI | 538 | 402 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Screen-to-body | 76.4 | 76.3 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 540 | Adreno 615 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 | Snapdragon 670 |
| Process (nm) | 10 | 10 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 9.0 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@30/60/120fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@240fps (gyro-EIS) | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Wide | 12.2 MP, f/1.8, 27mm, (wide) | 12.2 MP, f/1.8, 28mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2.4, 25mm, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2, 24mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 3520 | 3700 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 5 | 18 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum/glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 157.9 | 160.1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.9 | 8.2 |
| Weight (g) | 175 | 167 |
| Width (mm) | 76.7 | 76.1 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2017, October 04. Released 2017, October 17 | 2019, May 07 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2019, May 15 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat15 800/75 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.1 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 2 XL | Google Pixel 3a XL |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 2 XL and Google Pixel 3a XL are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 3a XL packs a 3700 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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