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Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB) vs Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)

Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 4 XL vs Sony Xperia Z2 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia Z2 X Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB) 23Points
6.3"
POLED

1440x3040

12.2
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3700
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
5.2"
IPS

1080x1920

20.7
MP

2.1mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3200
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)

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Pixel 4 XL (128GB)} 23 Advantages Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB) vs Xperia Z2 (3G)} 5 Advantages Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)68%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 32bit Quad-core
+6GB LPDDR4X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs3GB LPDDR3
+128GB (110GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (12GB available)
+P-OLEDAdvantage
P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT IPS LCD
+1440x3040 pixels111%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x1920 pixels
+534 PPI26%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs424 PPI
+6.3"21%
Larger screen
vs5.2"
+(dual camera) 12.2MP + 16MP36%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 20.7MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo/video only main camera
+f/1.7 (aperture)18%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.0 (aperture)
+(dual front camera) 8MP + 0.3MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2.1MP
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps28 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3700 mAh16%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3200 mAh
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
Not supportedvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
193 grams (6.76 ounces)vs+163 grams (5.71 ounces)18%
Lighter
1/2.55" inchesvs+1/2.3" inches11%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

25 Common items in both devices
8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
16 million
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
4K UHD (3840x2160)
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
Capacitive
Multitouch
+18 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
ModelPixel 4 XL (128GB)Xperia Z2 (3G)
Other model namesGoogle Pixel XL4 G020, G020P, GA01180-US, GA01181-USSony Xperia Z2 D6502 L50w, Sony Xperia Z2 HSPA, Sony Sirius
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandGoogleSony
Release date10/22/2019, Announced: 10/15/20193/1/2014
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)75.1 x 160.4 millimeters (2.96 x 6.31 in)73.3 x 146.8 millimeters (2.89 x 5.78 in)
Weight193 grams (6.76 ounces)163 grams (5.71 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass 5
feature not registered
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantWaterproof (IP?)

📲 Display

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Display typeP-OLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size6.3" inches5.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x3040 pixels (19:9)1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)534 PPI424 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate90Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR8
Always-On Display
DCI-P3 100%
feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
System versionAndroid 10Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AB (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.3GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 330 578Mhz
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 426757 (v8)
Geekbench: 2164 (v5.3)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X3GB LPDDR3
Internal storage128GB (110GB available)
UFS 2.1
16GB (12GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1200/150 Mbps42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
USA version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12.2 megapixels
16MP telephoto f/2.445mm1.0µmPDAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
20.7 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels5248x3936 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length28mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.55" inches1/2.3" inches
Pixel size1.4µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Front camera (secondary)(dual front camera)
8 megapixels
0.3MP TOF
2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixels1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length22mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
LoudspeakerStereo soundSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, XviD, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Micro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3700 mAh3200 mAh
Charger, watts18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingQi wireless chargingfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered19 hours
Standbyfeature not registered740 hours (30.8 days)

➕ Other features

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Just Black, Clearly White, Oh So Orange
Google Pay
• Colors: Black, White, Purple
• USB OTG On-The-Go
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 3 X-Reality
• Sony TRILUMINOS display
• 3D Surround Sound
• Sony Clear Audio+
• HD Voice
• Miracast
• ANT+ support
• IP58 certified: dust proof and water resistant over 1m and 30min
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Google Pixel 4 XL (128GB)Sony Xperia Z2 (3G)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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