Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)
Quick Comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB). In terms of display resolution, Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) has better resolution of 2880 x 1440 than Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 2400 x 1080. Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB)
| Name | Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) | Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6 in | 6.7 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 3520 mAh | 4800 mAh |
| Camera | 12.2 MP | 64 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 19990 | Rs. 85999 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is October, 2017. The cost of Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) is Rs. 19990. The launch Date of the second phone is January 14, 2021. The cost of Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 85999.
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.7 inches in comparison to Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB)'s 6 inch screen. There is Screen Type in both the phones. Google's phone has display density of 537 PPI & Samsung's phone has only 394 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Samsung's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 88.3% than Google's phone ~ 76.4%. Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) has 18:9 aspect ratio where as Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB)'s lower 4 GB RAM. Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) (64 GB).
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB)'s 12.2 MP Rear Camera outshines Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 64 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 10 MP Front Camera in comparison to Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB)'s 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 8.0 and the second one on 10 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Google Pixel 2 XL (64GB) | Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| General | ||
| Model | Pixel 2 XL | Galaxy S21+ 5G |
| Sim Type | Single Sim, GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | No | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October, 2017 | January 14, 2021 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.7 x 157.9 x 7.9 mm | 75.6 x 161.5 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 175 g | 200 g |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color P-OLED (16M colors Colors) | Color Dynamic AMOLED 2X (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6 inches, 1440 x 2880 pixels | 6.7 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 537 PPI | ~ 394 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 76.4% | ~ 88.3% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | |
| Features | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Screen Protection | Always-on Display, HDR10+ |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | |
| Card Slot | No | |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.1 | Yes, USB-C v3.2 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS Support | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | No |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Extra | DLNA | |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1 m upto 30 min | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP67 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12.2 MP | 12 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 64 MP ƒ/2 (Telephoto) 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Face detection, Geo tagging, Panorama, Touch to focus | Auto-HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD | 8K @ 24 fps UHD, 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 240/30/60 fps FHD, 720p @ 960 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP | 10 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole, Autofocus |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to v9.0 (Pie) | Android v10 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Samsung Exynos 2100 |
| CPU | 2.35 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.9 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x2.9 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.80 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A55 | |
| GPU | Adreno 540 | Mali-G78 MP14 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | MMS, Instant Messaging | |
| Yes, with Push Email | Yes | |
| Music | MP3, WAV, eAAC+ | Yes |
| Video | MP4, H.264 | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 3520 mAh, Li-ion Battery | 4800 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes, 25W Fast Charging |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 15W | |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 4.5W | |