Google Pixel 4 vs Google Pixel 4 XL
The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Google Pixel 4 XL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 4 XL leads — 42/100 vs 41/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 4 XL has the bigger battery (3700 mAh vs 2800); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 4 XL
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 193g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?
- Bigger battery: 3700 vs 2800 mAh
- Longer battery life (18/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (77/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Google Pixel 4 XL, the Google Pixel 4 XL scores 1 points higher (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 17/100. In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Google Pixel 4 are nearly equal (18/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Google Pixel 4 XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 2731 | |
| Display | 5.7" P-OLED | 6.3" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1440x3040 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | 3700 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 2 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 10 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 and Google Pixel 4 XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 17/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Google Pixel 4 are nearly equal (18/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Google Pixel 4 XL?
The Google Pixel 4 XL edges out the Google Pixel 4 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Google Pixel 4 XL?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Google Pixel 4 XL — 42/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Google Pixel 4 XL?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Google Pixel 4 (79/100 vs 61/100).