The Google Pixel 3A XL is launched in India. The smartphone features a 6-inch FHD+ display which has a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The handset is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 670 which is paired with 4GB RAM, Adreno 615 GPU and 64GB storage. It sports a single camera of a 12.2MP(f/1.8) at the rear which has Optical, electronic image stabilization and other notable camera features. At the front, it makes use of an 8MP camera. Connectivity aspects on board the 3A XL include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, 2.0 Type-C 1.0 reversible connector, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, nano Sim, and e-Sim. The smartphone is backed with a non-removable Li-Ion 3700 mAh battery and runs Android 9(Pie) out of the box. Sensors include a Fingerprint, an Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyrometer, Barometer, and an Ambient Light Sensor. The handset is available in Clearly White and Just Black color options. The Google Pixel 3A XL price starts from Rs. 44,999 in an Indian market.
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The Google Pixel 3A XL offers one of the best camera setup (even if there’s a single lens) and good stock Android OS performance; however, the processor and design are quite outdated, which could lead to the low smartphone experience.
There are plenty of other smartphone options in the Indian market that offer many premium features than the Google Pixel 3A XL – hence, it’s better to buy any other smartphone than the Google Pixel 3A XL.
The Google Pixel 3A XL price tag places it in the premium range, however, the features don’t match up to the price tag – with an outdated processor, low-resolution display, and a small battery.
No, the Google Pixel 3A XL doesn’t support wireless charging.
Yes, the Google Pixel 3A XL supports 18W fast charging support.
Yes, there’s a 3.5mm headphone jack on the Google Pixel 3A XL.
No, the Google Pixel 3A XL doesn’t have Gorilla Glass protection, instead, it has lower Dragontrail protection.
No, there is no water resistance or waterproofing for the Google Pixel 3A XL.
The Google Pixel 3A would be a better pick as it offers a higher screen resolution and many similar features for a lesser price.
The Google Pixel 3A XL packs a 6-inch display, a single 12MP camera, and a mid-range Snapdragon 670 processor, which isn’t worth the asking price.
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