Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble diagnosing problems with the Google Pixel 2, visit our Troubleshooting page.

Background

Announced and released in October 2017, the Google Pixel 2 comes in two models: the standard Google Pixel 2 and the Google Pixel 2 XL.

The Pixel 2 features a 16 M color-depth 5-inch AMOLED multitouch screen. It has a front glass aluminum body and is certified dust and water-resistant.

Unique features and components:

  • Always-on display: shows the time, notifications, and other important information even when the device has been locked
  • Active edge: users can open google assistant by squeezing the phone
  • Google lens: users can point the camera at any object and the phone will identify the object, pulling up information from the internet about that object
  • Fingerprint sensor: the circle located in the center on the back of the phone allows users to use their unique fingerprint to unlock the device and access private files

There have been no manufacturer recalls for this device.

Identification

The 12.2 MP dual-pixel camera is what distinguishes the Pixel 2 from other devices.

Technical Specifications

CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835

Memory: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM

Storage: 64 GB or 128 GB

Display

  • 5.0 Inch Display
  • FHD AMOLED at 441 ppi
  • 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass

Cameras

  • Main Camera: 12.2 megapixel, f/1.8 aperture, 1.4μm pixels, Phase detection autofocus + laser detection autofocus
  • Front Camera: 8 megapixel, f/2.4 aperture, 1.4 μm pixels, fixed focus

Ports and Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • NFC
  • GPS
  • Supports up to CAT 12 (600Mbps DL / 75Mbps UL) depending on carrier support
  • USB Type-C
  • USB 3.0
  • Single Nano SIM

Battery: 2,700 mAh battery

Dimensions: 145.7 x 69.7 x 7.8 mm (5.7 x 2.7 x 0.3 in)

Additional Information

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Google: Official Page

Google Forums: Pixel User Community

Wikipedia: Google Pixel 2

Techradar: Google Pixel 2 Techradar Review