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Pixel vs Pixel 2

10 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

✓Both records verified · latest Aug 20, 2026

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Direct answer

Pixel has advantages in rear cameras; the verified fields are otherwise comparable.

Top Differences

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✓18 registry fields

ChipSnapdragon 821 → Snapdragon 835
Storage options32 GB, 128 GB → 64 GB, 128 GB
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2 → Bluetooth 5
Capacity mah2770 → 2700
ResolutionUnknown → 1920 x 1080

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

ChipDifferent, with no automatic winner

Snapdragon 821 compared with Snapdragon 835

Storage optionsDifferent, with no automatic winner

32 GB, 128 GB compared with 64 GB, 128 GB

BluetoothDifferent, with no automatic winner

Bluetooth 4.2 compared with Bluetooth 5

Capacity mahDifferent, with no automatic winner

2770 compared with 2700

ResolutionDifferent, with no automatic winner

Unknown compared with 1920 x 1080

Full Comparison

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✓18 registry fields

FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
Main cameraMinor difference1 official source12.3 MP12.2 MPResolution is one part of camera detail and crop flexibility.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
ChipMarginal difference1 official sourceSnapdragon 821Snapdragon 835Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference1 official source32 GB, 128 GB64 GB, 128 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
RatingMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownIP67No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ReleaseYearMarginal difference1 official source20162017No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
BluetoothMarginal difference1 official sourceBluetooth 4.2Bluetooth 5The generation can affect accessory capabilities.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
Capacity mahMarginal difference1 official source27702700No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
ResolutionMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown1920 x 1080No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
Usb speedMarginal difference1 official sourceUSB 3.5USB 3.1 Gen 1No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixelPixel 2Why it matters
OsMarginal difference1 official sourceAndroid 7Android 8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

Display size5 in
Weight143 g
Ram gb4
Front camera8 MP
U.S. SIMNano SIM
WifiWi-Fi 5
TechnologyOLED
ConnectorUSB-C

Which should you buy?

Pixel leads in Camera; the two are otherwise comparable.

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  • Choose Pixel if you prioritize camera.
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    Category-by-category

    REAR CAMERAS · Pixel

    Leads in camera.

    PERFORMANCE · Comparable

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    OTHER · Comparable

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    CONNECTIVITY · Comparable

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    BATTERY · Comparable

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    DISPLAY · Comparable

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    FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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