Google Pixel 6 vs Apple iPhone XS (256GB)
Quick Comparison
Google Pixel 6 has better RAM than Apple iPhone XS (256GB). In terms of display resolution, Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has better resolution of 2436 x 1125 than Google Pixel 6 which has resolution of 2400 x 1080. Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has more internal memory than Google Pixel.
| Name | Google Pixel 6 | Apple iPhone XS (256GB) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4 in | 5.8 in |
| Internal Memory | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 2658 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 12 MP Dual | 12 MP + 12 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 24999 | Rs. 62999 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is October 19, 2021. The cost of Google Pixel 6 is Rs. 24999. The launch Date of the second phone is September 12, 2018. The cost of Apple iPhone XS (256GB) is Rs. 62999.
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6 has larger screen size of 6.4 inches in comparison to Apple iPhone XS (256GB)'s 5.8 inch screen. Google Pixel 6 has AMOLED Screen type where as Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has Super AMOLED Screen type. Apple's phone has display density of 463 PPI & Google's phone has only 411 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Google's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 83.4% than Apple's phone ~ 82.9%. Google Pixel 6 has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has 19.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Google Pixel 6's larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Apple iPhone XS (256GB)'s lower 4 GB RAM. Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Google Pixel 6 (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6's 50 MP + 12 MP Dual Rear Camera outshines Apple iPhone XS (256GB)'s 12 MP + 12 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Google Pixel 6 will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 8 MP Front Camera in comparison to Apple iPhone XS (256GB)'s 7 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Google Pixel 6 has version 12 Android Operating System where as Apple iPhone XS (256GB) has version 12 iOS Operating System.
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| Name | Google Pixel 6 | Apple iPhone XS (256GB) |
| General | ||
| Model | Pixel 6 | iPhone XS 256GB |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+eSim | Nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October 19, 2021 | September 12, 2018 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 74.8 x 158.6 x 8.9 mm | 70.9 x 143.6 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 207 g | 177 g |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color Super AMOLED Screen (16M colors Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 90 Hz | 5.8 inches, 1125 x 2436 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 411 PPI | ~ 463 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 83.4% | ~ 82.9% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | |
| Features | HDR10+, Always-on Display | Scratch-resistant glass, Oleophobic coating Screen Protection |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | |
| Card Slot | No | |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes 1 Mbps Download |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.1 | Yes, Proprietary v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS Support |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Magnetometer | Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyroscope, Compass, Barometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | No |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min | Yes, 2 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Noise Suppression | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.9 (Wide Angle) 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) | 12 MP + 12 MP |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Magic Eraser18, Motion Mode, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Manual white balancing, Locked Folder, Portrait Mode, Portrait Light, Super Res Zoom, Motion autofocus, Frequent Faces, Dual exposure controls, Live HDR+ | Face detection, Smile detection, Geo tagging, Panorama, Touch to focus |
| Video Recording | 4K, 1080p | 4K @ 60 fps UHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, Quad-LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 7 MP Notch |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v12 | iOS v12 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor | Apple A12 |
| CPU | 2.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.49 GHz, Hexa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 | |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP20 | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes, supports HTML5 (Safari) |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | iMessage, MMS, Instant Messaging, Voice Commands | |
| Yes | Yes, with Push Email | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, WAV |
| Video | Yes | MP4, H.265 |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4614 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 2658 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 30W Fast Charging | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 21W | Yes, Qi wireless charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes | |
| Talk Time | 1 day | |
| Music Playback Time | 60 hours | |