Pixel 2XL is BETTER than the 3XL, and Here's why!
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You people are so dumb. No offense.
@@packman21421 you sound dumb tho, no offense
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Just got my Pixel 2 XL today, and I can definitely approve
Jad/DyorenZ is it really worth buying today? I'm due an upgrade soon. Just torn between Oneplus 6 and Pixel 2 xl.
@@tokyokillerify It definitely is to me for the insane camera and the great software only getting better with time. As for a comparison with the OnePlus 6, both have OLED panels, the OnePlus's being an Samsung one (AMOLED) and the Pixel's being an LG one (P-OLED). The OnePlus and the Pixel have the same size but the screen to body ratio on the OP is greater, therefore lowering its pixel density (402vs 538ppi). Nevertheless, the bezel on the Pixel doesn't bother me as much since front firing speakers are really worth it. The Pixel also has a greater battery (3520vs 3300mAh). The main difference lies in performance as the OnePlus has a SD845 and 8GB of RAM compared to SD835 and 4GB or RAM for the pixel. In my honest opinion, software always has the most important part in device optimization and 6 or 8GB of RAM for a Google Device on stock android would've been overkill, 4GB is really enough. The SD835 also still is a great processor and won't get outdated before a pretty long time. Anyway your choice here purely depends on your preferences in terms of design, software, hardware, and photography preferences. Good luck picking your new phone!
Indeed definitely worth it and most importantly only getting better with time
Did the pixel 2 xl's price drop?
It significantly dropped, plus you can find plenty of interesting deals right now
No phone is worth upgrading to after just 1 year...
Duh, but today, you can choose between a $400 Pixel 2XL, or a $900+ Pixel 3XL...
Pixel 2 XL $649*
@@deepshikhaverma2133 I bought mine brand new for $400, from a private seller. Deals can be found for WAY less than 649$, but the same can't be said for the 3XL (at least not yet).
@@tlf361 Can you send a link?
Yeah, but not many people can buy from private seller. Most either buy from Ebay or Craigslist. Brand new is subject to risk.
bought my Pixel 2 XL some weeks ago and i am really happy with it. It's a fantastic device!
How is it now? Is it fast?
Watchin this on my Pixel 2xl Panda
Me too 😎
Me too 🌷
Here in Korea too 🐼
same
Same bitch
IF YOU GOT A PIXEL IN EARLY TO MIDDLE 2018 THE SCREEN! IS! FIXED!! Jeez after a the bad rep on the LG oled screens and the colors they switched panels for the later phones being produced. The colors on my pixel 2 xl are outstanding and look like my friends 3 xl his is just brighter. The only reason anyone's screen from the 2 xl might suck is because it was the early production pixels.
so it doesn't have the blue tint when looking from the side? no shimmer?
@@mehrumzya5265 no blue tint or shimmer. I've had 3 of them. Had one for myself, got another one when the batter started giving then got another one for my girlfriend for really low prices. Good luck finding a better camera on a phone for $200. I think the camera on the pixel 2 still shits on my s10+ sometimes.
@@NickDarnelldaftnick thank you!
most Pixel 2XLs are running for less than $500 ...that's a really good deal when compared to the price of the 3
And the first pixel is just 100$, that's crazy.
I purchased my Pixel 2 XL (Panda edition) last month for a bargain price (brand new) and am really pleased that I did. In fact, I traded my Galaxy S9+ which in theory is a better device (but not imo). Really pleased with my new Pixel and will be sticking to all things Google in future 👍
I sold my s9+ to get the pixel 3 xl ... I upgraded my o.g pixel XL to the Samsung and absolutely hated the overlay and the entire Samsung experience. Pixel on paper isn't as good as the Samsung but hey I love the Google software experience. I now realize software over hardware and hated my Samsung every day
@@HogsFan91 dude ik how you feel. I love pixel more even though the samsung looks better on paper. It is just super nice and I just switched over to the pixel 3 from galaxy s8+
@@Kyle-ql5dz loving my pixel 3 xl did you get the regular pixel 3?
@@HogsFan91 yes I did it is really nice, my first time back with a smaller phone but I like it way more than my last phone.
where can i buy a new pixel 2 xl online? i don't want a refurb one or something that is supposedly certified new. i want sealed brand new. let me know. thanks.
Coming from the pixel 2xl. Here are the improvements I've noticed. Wireless charging is a useful addition, plus the stand is nice (got it for free). The build quality is a noticable improvement, feels more sold and refined in my opinion (No case on...still no scratches. Wish UA-cam had the ability to upload pics in the commit section to prove this). Improve camera processing speed. The Display quality is a noticable improvement, and color accuracy is a welcome improvement. The notch can be a improvement if you hid the notch with Natcho Notch, and have the battery, WiFi and time icons hidden in that unused area. Now they don't take up screen real estate like on the pixel 2. I believe the side bezels on the pixel 3 are smaller than on the pixel 2. Speakers are a noticable improvement, they are louder and have better audio quality. Haptic feedback has a nice improvement over the pixel 2. Front facing cameras are obviously an improvement. The rear camera seems better, but a lot of the improvement I'm noticing could come down to software processing. I'll have to do some comparisons. Battery life seems the same, if there is a down grade here I'm not noticing it in day-to-day usage. Improved IPS rating. Has a faster processor, sometimes noticeable. Earpiece is louder. With all that said, here's some ways the pixel 3 could be improved. A bigger battery is always better, more ram, a little brighter screen (doesn't seem dimmer than the pixel 2 though), no display bezels would be better, a centered UA-cam video would be nice, and a fix for this weird bug I have with the screen not coming back while on a phone call would be nice.
Yeah it has better specs, I wouldnt get pixel 3 XL maybe the regular version. is the smaller one a 5.7 display?
@@ichi8088 I believe it's a 5.5 inch AMOLED.
Still not worth upgrading if you have a 2 xl
@@osoifamf It's kinda funny, I remember people complaining last year (from Tech sites, and UA-cam channels), that the pixel 2 XL wasn't worth it because the screen was so terrible (blue shifting, graininess in the screen, poor color reproduction, no saturated colors, burn in issues), speaker problems, etc. People were saying the original pixel XL was the better phone, because it was cheaper and the pixel 2 XL was to expensive and not enough of an upgrade. Then before that, the OG pixel XL wasn't worth it because it was so much more expensive than the Nexus 6p, and the cameras were basically the same, and no one liked the design as much. This is such a broken record. The exact same thing was true when the 6p launched, people hated the visor, and it was too expensive compared to the previous nexus. The truth of the matter is simple, if you like the phone buy it, if you don't like the phone, then don't buy it.
@@Ridgerunner2270 I mean duh it's your money .......but for my money and what it offers its way overpriced......Just an avg phone with a stellar camera
just bought a pixel 2 xl and I'm going to be selling my iPhone X! I can't wait for the pixel to arrive in the mail! great review and you just gained a new sub!
I recently bought the pixel 2xl because I got it for 500. I'm not getting a 1100 dollar phone. Upgrading a PC would be better.
save the $600 for use on a tablet/pad
@@inquisitvem6723 Thank you. My thoughts as well.
I think it does depend on the screen lottery for P 2 XL. I have a June 2018 one and the screen is really nice, so much better than ones I saw upon launch. If you get one of the later ones I definitely think you can grab a bargain. I picked a 128GB one up for about £400.
Where from?
@@MrDGR1 eBay, picked up in person
Does it have bad black crushing still though? I know some issues were fixed with later ones but black crush probably couldn't be fixed unless they changed the DDIC completely.
@@tylerweigand8875 So I wasn't too sure what this was really as I hadn't noticed much of anything. Perhaps a bit of blurryness when scrolling black text on white background at lowest brightness but I understand a lot of OLEDs do that. So I look at this thread:- www.reddit.com/r/GooglePixel/comments/77cax8/pixel_2_black_crush_issue_pic_xpost_from/ . where the chap places a test image on a P2XL and a Moto for comparison. Mine looks nothing like his in that test. Mine looks fine. Not sure what else I can look at to test?
@@planetwilson yeah the blurriness is pretty universal on all oleds. Even the best like the iPhone x and note 9 do it.
How about an image like this?
www.relaxvideo.hu/black.png
On my pixel 2 xl at max brightness I can't see much after about 8
£500 from carphone warehouse for a 2XL. I'm keeping my 1 year old 2 XL until something worthwhile comes along
What you said about battery life is stupid because the snapdragpn 845 is more efficient, I agree that its not worth buying the 3 but its still a better phone
Not worth the upgrade but still the choice to get if you're getting a new Pixel
Pixel 3 > Pixel 2 XL > Pixel 3 XL
Afdal Denelo nice bro
FINALLY, SOMEONE GOT IT RIGHT!!!
Yup
Naw
Pixel 3 looks ugly. Screen to bezel ratio is garbage
You left out the main reason people are buying the pixel 3, top shot and wireless charging.
They burning people wirelessly now?
iAMe100XP Your joke made no sense. And if you’re an iPhone fan don’t forget how long it took to get wireless charging and a DECENT battery life.
@@ReamlsGoing It was meant to call attention to the word "charing" in your comment, instead of "charging" (with a "g"), & charing has to do with burning something to a crisp/until it's black, so wireless "charing" would mean to burn something/someone with no wires... Lol I can't stand iPhones, I just bought a Panda Edition Pixel 2 XL 128GB.
High res zoom is cool too
what is top shot?
Better, no.
No need to change from 2xl, maybe.
Am getting pixel 2 XL in a day and I approve ....the pixel 2 XL is just worth it ! And the prices are rock bottom , less than a one plus 6 thanx to festive sales on in India right now.
Time to click some fancy pics guys !
Video quality =9999🔥
Pixel 2XL is the BEST phone I have ever owned. And since I saw the Pixel 3 I am not even regretting it getting the 2 a bit later.
Me too! 👍
My Pixel 2 XL is still going strong! Probably going to upgrade once the Galaxy Note 10 or Pixel 4 XL comes out.
Missed your uploads...
I'm glad you're back
I'm a bit technically challenged, so all the specs don't really mean much to me. What appeals to me is the camera. Between the Pixel 2 and the new Pixel 3, is the major difference the selfie camera? Other than that, bout the same?? If I get the 2, will it automatically update to the new camera features, minus the selfie cam obviously?
Wondering if someone has had both phones and can tell me if it really is worth the extra money, just for the selfie cam? ***the camera is the main reason I am interested in the Pixel in the first place.
Just a quick bit, the scratching on the back of the newer Pixels was actually found to be keys etc wearing down on the abrasive glass surface of the phone. I was one of those left scratching their heads when I heard that the Pixels somehow contrived to have easily scratchable glass on their backs, considering how resilient regular glass is.
All that said, now seems like a perfect time to look for a 2 XL. Grazie!
I have a pixel 2 XL and I love it. (moved from IPhone) really really wanted the Pixel 3 but found out there's not much difference. So, the S10 has just been launched and company's are announcing the foldable phone's. So I'm looking forward to seeing the Pixel4, that will probably be my next phone. Will be something special
That's what I did to. Preordered the 3XL straight after the presentation and cancelled it the next day after thinking how not worth the money it was and got the 2XL instead. I don't regret it at all!
Quality Videos! 👌
I'm actually glad the pixel 3 came out. Made the price of 2xl go down a lot! Just ordered one. I was having doubts after reading all those performance issues, but watching your videos was the end of it. Can't wait to use the 2xl !
Oh my days! I have been caught up with GCSEs and my account was inactive. So happy to see your videos again!
1) Did you consider the battery is smaller but the processor is more efficient.(3xl gives better screen on time)
2) Also I have both the devices and Pixel 2 xl's display is nothing but just garbage town! So 3 xl is definitely worth it.
3) "Scratches" can be rubbed off(with water and brush), at least I was able to do it despite deep grove.
It felt like you just wanted to make a video on this topic to get views. So presented your perspective rather than being practical.
I had a Pixel 2XL and there was nothing wrong with the display. Nitpicking.
I'm using the 2 xl and there's nothing wrong with the display
TheArc core and Joey I've used it too. Consider comparing it with other flagships of that year and you'll know what I'm talking about.
@@chantelsopio5826 oh please. What are you talking about ? Why do u think it's a bad screen?
TheArc core I don't think it's bad. I think it's terrible.
Great review, and thanks for putting my mind at ease ,because I bought a pixel 2xl this year and love it!
yeah my dude. changing to pixel 3 is not really worth it. actually its not worth it at all for me because of the hideous notch. plus, I'm looking forward to the S10
You can use it without the notch. There will just be bezel at top.
I got my google pixel 2 xl two weeks ago. Loving it!
Is the pixel 2xl better than the pixel 3?
I have an Iphone 6s right now
and currently looking for a new phone.
Google Pixel 2xl got my attention 👀
I love my Pixel 2xl it reminds me my old nexus 5 and will not upgrade till i receive updates from google
This is great to know. I'm upgrading from my Nexus 5 to a Pixel 2 XL which I'll get on Friday. 😁
While the Pixel 2 XL off-axis blue tint was overexaggerated by many reviewers, the Pixel 3 fixed it.
also just to add, night mode is available through a 3rd party software download for pixel 2XL which really works - surprisingly well
I have upgraded to the 3XL and I definetly can't state that. I have both at home right now and I can tell you the 3XL is better in everything except battery life. But battery life is still good!
Speakers, display, keyboard experience is MUCH MUCH better on the 3XL. If you can upgrade, do it and keep it until 2021 or longer, you won't regret I'll promise to you.
I'm assuming having 2 front facing cameras negates the need for laser focus as it essentially binocular like your eyes
I feel like this is just an incremental upgrade. It's like the iPhone XS. I'm definitely going to buy the pixel 4, it's going to be a big one
Me too! I think every 2 years they make the phone better. For example, coming from a Nexus 6p the pixel 1 didn't seem worth it with those huge bezels but no front facing speakers, and the price tag.
Just bought my Pixel 2XL over the 3XL and OnePlus 6T. Don't regret it.
Thinkin about changing to Pixel 3 XL, my mobile contract Ends this month. Could Pick it up for 1.-10.Month 30€ 11.-24.Month 40€ + 300€ (one-time-payment) + 16 GB AllnetFlat StreamON at T-Mobile Germany?
I got a 6t . Whats your experience with batterylife 6t vs 2xl ?
What the heck do you mean with 'not officially submersible'? IP68 means 1 meter UNDER water for 30 mins so where did you get that from?
Bro you look really young as a YTer, dare to say the age?
17 😜
@@TechFocus oh boy, I am envious just because I'm 17 too and here I am watching your videos and dreaming about becoming a tech YTer. Good luck on the next
years
2:09 how to you get the wallpaper on pixal 2 xl
I love my pixel 2xl it's just that the battery is start to wear after 1 and half years but other then that runs like a dream
I am Pixel 2XL user. I still love this phone. Not ready to switch.
Is the super res zoom going to be available on the Pixel 2? I am not getting that many calls which require call screening, so that's an unnecessary feature for me but I would not want this miss night sight and super res zoom. And the question is: will there be more Pixel 3 exclusive "intelligent" features in the future? Any thoughts on that? I'm not eager to spend that much money on a Pixel 3...
You can really base battery life off such a small difference in battery size. If you follow DisplayMate reviews, you would know that newer OLED displays tend improve on energy efficiency. For example, the Note 5 display improved energy efficiency by 20% over the Note 4's display.
Seeing as LG (2XL uses LG display) is so far behind Samsung when it comes to mobile OLED display technology, I'm betting the Pixel 3 XL's Samsung AMOLED possibly has moderate to significant power efficiency gains over the XL2's LG display.
A-Roll and Audio on point dude💯
Thanks man! Experimenting with different EQs for the audio on this one!
Finally someone acknowledging the 2xls screen now! It's super sharp so rich colours after the update! I came from an S7 edge which had one of the greatest display. And pixel is so much better . Honestly that's enough for average consumer
I went to check the brightness level on 2XL and found them to be really low. Also,the display was warmer than normal. Does the software updates have fixed these issues?
1:27 snd 845 is more efficient than 835 so it doesnt have a worse battery life
Brought yesterday. Nice video 😍
Any blue sifts bro on ur device
@@militantrj2321 Yes but don't bother me.
Premium device.😍 I have seen over 500+ videos of pixel. I have made the right decision. I bought it in 37k
Planning to tak bro I to watch mny videos abt pixel 2 xl
On online or offline stor
@@militantrj2321 I purchased panda color Online from Flipkart. I already seen this UA-camr video about pixel 2xl . Daammn impressed. Almost every top youtuber used this device as daily driver.
good video, you definetely have a future, keep it up!
Agreed 100%. That's why I bought myself a black one last week 👍👍
...and you will be happy with it!👍
Me too mine comes in Friday. 😁
@@FindTheSeven Honestly a really nice phone, I'm tired of the battle of specs, seems pointless to me at this point. I'm struggling to find a good tempered glass screen protector though, any suggestions?
@@dapovi I can't think of any at the moment but if i discover some I'll let you know.
Still loving my P2XL and can't see myself upgrading until Fall 2019
I went from pixel XL to pixel xl3. I skipped the 2 completely. I did want it though. I am very happy with the pixel 3. That being said the pixel XL is still a great phone to this day.
i like your videos... keep doing what you are and you will be up there sooner....!
Do you use a case on ur phone??.....my rear camera cover has gotten a few fine scratches, will it affect image quality?? Coz personally i dont see anything, but the OCD is bugging me
Those are really good points Alex! Thanks for saving me from spending more.
I waited to see what the P3 XL would cost and decided to go for a Pixel 2 XL in the end as I think the P3 XL is no way £350 better than the P2.
After a week of use I am quite happy with it but not terribly impressed by its screen blue tint. My old Nexus 6 had definitely a better screen.
Also hated the panorama function on the camera
*In my pixel 2 xl I got scratches on white part . It's look so bad to me what should I do guys?*
good analysis, good video
Thank you for saving me $220. I just purchased a 2 XL, and I’m stoked to be getting the Panda!
Note 9 or pixel 2 xl which one u suggest?? I want to buy next week, plz reply
Im upgrading from the lg g5 to the pixel 2 xl? I dont want to feel set back and old. And the battery life and overall condition of the lg g5 is horrible, so i need a stable good battery life, and good camera.
So the 3XL has a wide angle selfie lens but no wide angle rear camera. That makes no sense. Wireless charging is the only notable feature.
I upgraded from Pixel XL to pixel 3xl and I have this video because you are 100% right 😭😭😭 I mean I love this phone but you are right. I wish I got one plus 6T
Can the standard pixel 3 do wide angle group selfies
Yes, both the 3 and 3XL have two selfie cameras and therefore allows group selfies.
@@danielmusic2785 thanks
1/3 of the price?? That's a dream :')
He did exaggerate a few things, price and battery. Otherwise, definitely Pixel 2 XL is a great value for money. Got it at around ₹35000 ($500) here in India.
Agreed. I even went to double check, and at least here in Australia, the Pixel 2 XL was 3/4 the price of the (Same storage, same colour) Pixel 3 XL. Honestly, if I could get the Pixel 2 XL at even 1/2 the price of the Pixel 3 XL that may be a reasonable selling point. With the points made in this video I don't see myself cancelling my pre-order of the 3 XL.
He probably means used
@@BhargavAchary can you please tell in which site you got it for 35k😯 in Amazon it is for around 44k.
@@arjunvarma4396 I ordered during the big billion day sale, I got at at 35k from flipkart after 5k discount via HDFC card.
Even Pixel first generation is blowing my mind with night sight APK installed...
You now don't need any third side apks. It's built into the camera app.
I want to buy pixel 3 but I am confused with 3 and 3 XL. Does the LG panel and Samsung panel matters ?
Regular Pixel 2 here. Cautiously waiting for the Pixel 4...
Bought the 3xl for 650 USD .. Where I found the 2xl for 500 USD.. Both are good phones.. But if the difference between the old one and the new is only 150 USD why do not I buy the new one? The selfies camera is the best according to Dxomark..The battery life is good and the support will be one year better for the future..
It's why I'll probably wait until 4XL comes out. Nothing here makes me want to run out and upgrade my 2XL.
I knownpixel 3 have better front wide selfie camera but i dont need.. should i upgrade from pixel 2xl to pixel 3 specially for potrait mode
I dropped my Pixel 2XL in the river LOL. Screen went to shit. I wanted to wait for the Pixel 6 Pro at the end of this year but since I needed a temporary phone, I got a refurbished Pixel 3XL. Only 150 CAD, can't go wrong with that!
Exactly why I bought Pixel 2xl on pixel3 launch. This is my first Google phone. After researching a lot about 3xl and 2xl, the 3xl is a REAL weak upgrade.
Yep I knew that once I called Google and they compared it for me.
Screen is demonstrably better on the 3. Improved haptic engine on the 3. Wireless charging is a huge plus. Call screening is huge for me in sales. (gotta root the 2 if you want that and that's nuts not wasting my warranty and possibly whole phone on that) speakers are improved. I could go on. The 3 XL is better in many ways. Now one could argue it's not worth jumping from the 2 to the 3. But that's entirely based on how you value the features and hardware changes you get from one to the other. I get what your saying but your wrong. Sorry.
Should I upgrade to the Pixel 2 XL or the OnePlus 6t (from Nexus 5)
does this apply to pixel 2 too?
pixel 2 > pixel 3?
Bro.. I'm using 2xl since its launch.. And this video is 👌 superb
This is a well made video, but I think you are more arguing that the price increase of the pixel 3XL as compared to the 2XL is not worth it when you consider the difference between the phones. While it might not be worth the money to upgrade if you have a 2XL, I think it's a bit silly to say it (leaving price aside) is a better device.
Way better display. Better CPU. Bigger battery. Better speakers. Faster finger ID. Better camera. The Pixel-3-xl is by far not only superior to the previous phones, but it's the best android phone yet. Btw, I've owned all 3.
Also when did you stream?
What font did you use in your personal presentation in this video?
Bro you went through some massive puberty but still continue on to making much better content as always nice job man. The Marques Brownlee of the future indeed!
You just helped me save heaps of money... Thank you for your review
Pixel 2 XL user here.
I freaking love this phone.
And, to think I got it to escape Samsung hell.
Yes its a true Review......and all of other youtubers just blabbering about pixel 3....i am going to buy a phone in next 2 weeks....i just wanted to compare the OnePlus 6 T or Google Pixel 2 XL which one do think would be a good choice?? Camera, performance, screen all matter to me....and I hate notch
I own a Pixel 2 XL and to be honest couldn't be happier with my decision. I recommend you to look reviews of the 6T vs Pixel 2 XL here in UA-cam to get a better insight. Greetings from Mexico
@@gustavoruvalcaba89 Sure Brother. I am a little confuse between the two...thats why I am waiting for 6 T to launch and then Decide.... Thats why I asked....Love from India too brother
İm using 2XL. Get 6t
Finally im decided to have 2xl thanks for this review
That video is crispy af
Your voice, you should do voice overs for national geographic or something - i dont picture myself getting sick of it cuz you sound real good.
For Christmas I got a xiaomi redmi note 6pro and lm torn I like my 2xl but I really like the pictures I get with the xiaomi it was only $179 but it has a notch I can't believe I'm saying this but the notch really bug's me so I'm back to the 2xl
what font do you use????
I actually just came back to the pixel 2 XL. I love it.
Just for the simple fact of having a better battery optimization and a way better is screen Pixel 3 XL is way Wayy i mean Waaaay better. I got 9hrs 20 minutes of screen on time on my Pixel 3 Xl. Pixel 2xl used to give me roughly 5 hrs.
I love my pixel 2 xl, just that there is no screen protector for it. Feels terrible
King there's plenty of them
I have a tempered screen protector on my 2 XL? Lol
Whitestone dome. Best one.
doesnt pixel 3 have a pro camera mode ?
Yes but if you root and edit build.prop you can get those features on all the pixel devices