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5.0" FHD AMOLED
Snapdragon 821
12.3MP Rear
8MP Front
4GB RAM + 32/128GB
2770 mAh
4G LTE
USB Type-C 3.1
Pixel Imprint
Android 7.1 Nougat
Anodised Aluminium
Google Assistant

5.0" FHD AMOLED

1920 x 1080 resolution, 441 ppi

Corning Gorilla Glass 4 with oleophobic coating

Snapdragon 821 + Adreno 530

2.15 GHz + 1.6 GHz quad‑core, 64‑bit

4 GB LPDDR4 RAM

12.3 MP Rear Camera

f/2.0 aperture, 1.55µm pixels, PDAF + LDAF

4K video @ 30 fps, 720p slow‑mo @ 240 fps

2770 mAh Battery

Fast charging: up to 7 hours use from 15 min charge

Non‑removable, 18W USB‑C charger

4G LTE with 3x Carrier Aggregation

Wi‑Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 4.2

NFC, GPS/GLONASS, Nano SIM

32 GB / 128 GB Internal Storage

No microSD expansion listed

Unlimited Google Photos original‑quality backup

The Google Pixel was announced and made available for pre‑order on October 4, 2016. The official Google launch blog published that day confirmed availability in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and Australia. Pre‑orders in India began on October 13, 2016.

  • Announcement date: October 4, 2016

  • Pre‑order availability: October 4, 2016 (United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Australia)

  • Launch markets: United States (Verizon, Best Buy, Google Store, Project Fi), plus the above countries

  • Canonical model family: G-2PW4100 (U.S.) / G-2PW4200 (International)

  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: G-2PW4100 for U.S. carrier and open‑market devices; G-2PW4200 for international variants

  • Launch Price (MSRP): 32 GB at US$649, 128 GB at US$749

The Pixel uses an anodised aluminium unibody construction with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 on the front. Its compact 5.0‑inch form factor is complemented by a rear‑mounted fingerprint sensor (Pixel Imprint) and a bottom‑firing speaker.

  • Dimensions: 143.84 mm (height) x 69.54 mm (width) x 7.31 mm (bottom depth) / 8.58 mm (top depth)
  • Weight: 143 g (5.04 oz)
  • Materials: Anodised aluminium, Corning Gorilla Glass 4
  • Colours: Very Silver, Quite Black, Really Blue (limited edition in the United States)
  • Ports: USB Type‑C (USB 3.1), 3.5 mm audio jack, Nano SIM slot
  • Sensors: Pixel Imprint fingerprint sensor, accelerometer/gyroscope, magnetometer, barometer, proximity, ambient light, Hall sensor, Android Sensor Hub

The Pixel features a 5.0‑inch FHD AMOLED display with a 16:9 aspect ratio, offering sharp 441 ppi pixel density and Gorilla Glass 4 protection with an oleophobic coating.

  • Size: 5.0 inches (diagonal)
  • Type: AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
  • Pixel density: 441 ppi
  • Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 4 with oleophobic coating

The Pixel’s rear camera - praised at launch - pairs a 12.3 MP sensor with large 1.55‑micron pixels, dual‑pixel autofocus (phase‑detection and laser), and a dual‑LED flash. The front camera supports 8 MP with 1.4‑micron pixels.

  • Rear camera: 12.3 MP, f/2.0 aperture, 1.55µm pixels, PDAF, LDAF, CRI‑90 dual‑LED flash

  • Rear video: 4K at 30 fps, 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps

  • Front camera: 8 MP, f/2.4 aperture, 1.4µm pixels, HD video at 30 fps

  • Camera software features at launch: Smartburst, Lens Blur, unlimited original‑quality Google Photos backup

The Pixel shipped with Android 7.1 Nougat as its launch operating system and included Google Assistant, Duo, and Allo pre‑installed. The device received software and security updates directly from Google.

  • Operating system: Android 7.1 Nougat (launch version)
  • Processor (SoC): Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 (2.15 GHz + 1.6 GHz, 64‑bit quad‑core)
  • GPU: Adreno 530
  • Memory: 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • Storage: 32 GB or 128 GB internal (non‑expandable)
  • Key software features: Google Assistant, Google Duo, Google Allo, unlimited original‑quality Google Photos

Google positioned the Pixel as a first‑party showcase for Assistant and AI‑driven photography. The Pixel Imprint rear sensor enabled fast unlocking and fingerprint‑based authentication. The included 18W USB‑C charger provided fast charging that could deliver up to seven hours of use after a 15‑minute charge.

  • AI / Assistant: Google Assistant integrated system‑wide
  • Fingerprint security: Pixel Imprint rear sensor
  • Camera AI: Smartburst, Lens Blur, HDR+
  • Charging innovation: Fast charging (15 minutes → 7 hours of use)
  • Connectivity: 4G LTE with 3x carrier aggregation, Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) with 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC

The Pixel is powered by a 2770 mAh non‑removable Li‑ion battery. Fast charging is supported via USB Type‑C and the included 18W charger. Google lists typical endurance figures from the official specs.

  • Capacity: 2770 mAh (non‑removable)
  • Charging: 18W USB‑C fast charger (in‑box), up to 7 hours of use from 15 minutes of charging
  • Listed endurance:
    • Standby: up to 19 days (456 hours)
    • Talk time: up to 26 hours
    • Internet use (Wi‑Fi): up to 13 hours
    • Internet use (LTE): up to 13 hours
    • Video playback: up to 13 hours
    • Audio playback: up to 110 hours

The Pixel supports broad network compatibility with 4G LTE Cat 6 (3x carrier aggregation), Wi‑Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC. The regulatory source provides FCC SAR values and hearing aid compatibility (M4/T4 rating).

  • Cellular: 4G LTE (3x CA); world‑wide bands listed for US/Canada/PR and rest of world
  • Wi‑Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 + 5 GHz, 2x2 MIMO
  • Bluetooth: 4.2
  • NFC: Yes
  • Location: GPS, GLONASS
  • Sensors: Pixel Imprint fingerprint, accelerometer/gyroscope, magnetometer, barometer, proximity, ambient light, Hall sensor, Android Sensor Hub
  • Audio: Bottom‑firing speaker, 3 microphones (2 front, 1 rear), adaptive audio amplifier
  • Compliance: Class 1 laser, hearing aid compatible (M4/T4)

The Google Pixel (G-2PW4100 / G-2PW4200) is a 5.0‑inch smartphone announced October 4, 2016. It combines a Snapdragon 821 processor, 4 GB RAM, a 12.3 MP camera with large 1.55‑micron pixels, pure Android 7.1 Nougat, and Google Assistant. The anodised aluminium body, Pixel Imprint fingerprint sensor, and fast charging were standout features at launch. While the 2770 mAh battery and 32/128 GB non‑expandable storage reflect the era, the Pixel’s camera, build quality, and software experience positioned it as a strong flagship contender.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$649
— views Research contribution by specs.global