GOOGLE PIXEL 3A XL MOBILE REVIEW

In May, Google launched its first mid-range Pixel phone in India, the main reason for attracting more and more users to Pixel phones. The new Pixel 3a phones do not prove to be as economical in India, but with their specifications in the mid-range, they compete very hard to prove a much better option.

Google pixel 3A XL review
Google pixel 3A XL review

On seeing the specification and price combination, the device looks a bit behind from OnePlus 7 and Asus 6Z, but we are talking about Google Pixel phones which have proved to be the best camera phones, so let's find answers to these questions on Google 3a XL review On:

Pixel 3A Mobile Review: Price and specifications

Model Pixel 3A Pixel 3A XL

Display: 5.6-inch, 18: 9, AMOLED FHD + 6.0-inch, 18: 9, AMOLED FHD +
Processor: 2.2GHz Snapdragon 670 2.2GHz Snapdragon 670
Battery: 3000mAh 3700mAh
Software: Android Pie Android Pie
Storage: 64GB 64GB
RAM: 4GB 4GB
Rear camera: 12.2MP, f / 1.8 12.2MP, f / 1.8
Front camera: 8MP, f / 2.0 8MP, f / 2.0
Measurement and weight: 151.3 x 70.1 x 8.2 mm; 147 grams 160.1 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm; 167 grams
Google pixel 3A XL price in India: Rs 39,999, Rs 44,999

Google Pixel 3a XL Mobile Review: Design and Build

When talking about the design, Google Pixel 3a XL meets the field with completely different thinking. Unlike the latest glass-metal trend of today, the plastic body is seen in the Pixel but still looks quite attractive. This design does not give a premium feel but there is also no shortage in it.

The same two-tone panel of the Pixel phone makes the 3a XL stand out with a slightly unique look, with the AMOLED display on the front giving it an even better look.

Without a notch display, the top and bottom seem to have thicker bezels that are quite old-fashioned, but in recent times, using full-screen phones such as the OnePlus 7 Pro and Asus 6Z, we feel a lack of bezel at the top as well. It is good to see the entire status bar without a notch.

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The Pixel looks lighter and compact in weight compared to newer phones, despite having sufficient top and bottom bezel, which makes it quite different and better.

And here you can use Google Assistant on pressing the device a little bit (active edge feature). Apart from this, you can also reduce the sensitivity of the active edge. We also used the device with maximum sensitivity for a long time, but never accidentally opened Google Assistant.

Ashai Dragon Trail Glass is given to you at the front, it is slightly less scratch-resistant than gorilla-glass, as well as the plastic side frame, It seems a little weak in terms of strength so we suggest using a good cover and tempered glass. Will definitely give

Google Pixel 3a XL Mobile Review: Display Quality

Google has not made any adjustments in the display despite the reduction in price. The Pixel 3a XL 6-inch display gets FHD + resolution and a fairly balanced panel view. Here you are given 3 color profiles Natural, Boosted, and Adaptive. In natural, you get quite balanced colors, while Adaptive has a color tone similar to the DCI-P3 profile which looks much better for the user's eyes.

Indirect sunlight, there is no problem on the display and even indoor, the display does not appear on the eyes. In Pixel you do not get DC dimming option, like Pixel 3a XL like other AMOLED screens, the brightness is dimmed with PWM and it is a problem for people sensitive to PWM Flicker.

The software also supports dark theme/mode, with which the Always-On display appears to be quite useful in Pixel 3a XL.

Google Pixel 3a XL Mobile Review: Performance and Software

In the Pixel 3a XL, you have been given a mid-range Snapdragon 670 octa-core chipset but in daily use, the experience of the device is quite smooth which we expect from high-end phones. The reason for such a better performance of the device will once again be called Google's software.


But the same cannot be said for gaming applications. You can play PUBG on high or HD settings, but it does not give any smooth performance on the maximum setting. Simply put, gaming performance in no way resembles the Snapdragon 855 chipset that can be easily seen in this price segment. Apart from this, you get very good performance.

Software experience has always been a specialty of Pixel phones. This device runs on the latest Android software and will continue to receive the latest updates in the coming years.

Stock is more special than Android and the latest versions because Google works on it. To keep the device different, the company has given many different pixel features in the device, which can be easily seen in the software.

Even if you are not very excited about the latest Android and Priority Access, this software is one of the best OS.

With this, if you like the custom interface only, then there is a lack of this in stock Android. For now, third-party applications have to be used for call recording, but the Photos application is quite useful in comparison to the gallery especially when you use more than one device.

Google pixel 3A XL price in India
Google pixel 3A XL price in India

Pixel 3a XL offers eSim and SIM slot but for now, it proves to be a single SIM phone. Dual-SIM support was introduced in the Android Q beta update but then it was removed. So if you use more than one SIM, you may have to think a bit.

Pixel 3a XL looks quite good in terms of connectivity options. Apart from the basic connectivity option, HD streaming is also available here. The face is not unlocked but the rear-fingerprint sensor is much faster. The call quality is also very good in our area.

Google Pixel 3a XL Review: Camera Performance

Pixel 3a XL's camera is its biggest USP. It cannot be called perfect but in spite of that, it can be called the best camera phone in this segment. Google has used the same rear camera and photo processing as the Pixel 3 here. 3a XL does not have the same visual core, so image processing gives an extra second.

In daylight, Pixel 3a XL gives you better metering shorts with a little under-exposed image subject, due to which sometimes you get fewer details in the shadow area.

In the outdoor click image, you get a great dynamic range. The shutter speed of the phone camera is also very fast which makes the experience even better.

In low-light or dark scenes, Pixel 3a XL once again gives excellent results. With this, you can also use night-sites so that the result is even better.

And Portrait Shorts is no better than Google Phone.

Pixel camera has been proved to be the biggest reason for the user to buy it. With Pixel 3a XL you can get great output even by doing nothing. And most importantly, it appears at the forefront of the best camera phones in this segment.

Google Pixel 3a XL Review: Battery and Audio

The 3750mAh battery is capable of giving you much better backup. We have used the device on outstation trips. In the trip, we used the device quite a lot like performing tasks like GPS navigation, 4G browsing, image clicks, video shoots and the backup of the device is better than expected.

Fast charging is supported in the handset and with 2A regular power bank, the device charges very fast. The support of wireless charging is not mixed, but if there is no specific use of it, then it cannot be called a deficiency.

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Stereo speakers give very fast audio output and are easily heard in the surrounding sounds as well. Output in maximum volume can be said to be low in quality but it is better than average. Unlike Pixel 3, the 3a XL has an audio jack which gives a very good output.

Google has given basic earphones in the box, whose quality can only be called average. An unlimited full-size photo backup is not provided here like the Pixel series.


Google Pixel 3a XL Review: Conclusion

Minor drawbacks and Google's best camera make this device the best option. The experience of the device is quite smooth. The more you use the device, the more attractive it looks, and the better the experience.

The software is optimized quite well as well as you get priority access to Google. Battery backup is common, the audio jack is also provided with stereo speakers. The handset is also slim and light in weight.

Talking about the lack, the Snapdragon 670 does not prove to be as fast as the 800-series, which is easily available in this budget. Speaking of import duty, the Indian price of the device becomes Rs 44,999, which you can spend for Pixel 3 in any cell.

The merits
  • Great camera performance
  • No display
  • Light in weight
  • Good battery backup
  • Good software
  • Stereo speaker and audio jack
Demerits
  • Low-gaming performance
  • No dual sim support
  • After-sales support
  • Indian Price