Google Pixel 6
A well-rounded phone with excellent camera performance and solid software support
Google Pixel 6 Full Specifications
| Launch & Availability | |
| Released | 28 October 2021 |
| Announced | 2021, October 19 |
| Status | Available |
| PTA Approved | Yes |
| Network | |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 5G Support | Yes |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900, CDMA 800 / 1700 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100, CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GB7N6, G9S9B16 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Body & Design | |
| Dimensions | 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 207 g |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Protection | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Colors | Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black |
| Display | |
| Type | AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+ |
| Size | 6.4 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Platform | |
| Operating System | Android 12, upgradable to Android 16, up to 5 major OS updates |
| Chipset | Google Tensor (5 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP20 |
| Memory & Storage | |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB |
| Card Slot | No |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Main Camera | |
| Camera | Dual 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1.25µm |
| Megapixels | 50 MP |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Selfie Camera | |
| Camera | Single8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Battery & Charging | |
| Capacity | 4614 mAh |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Charging | Wired (based on 30W charger), PD3.0, 50% in 30 min21W wirelessReverse wireless |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Sound | |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
| Connectivity | |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| Radio | No |
| Features & Sensors | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Fingerprint | Under display (optical) |
| PUBG / Gaming | 60FPS |
| AnTuTu Score | 6,768,319 |
Specifications are collected from the manufacturer and other reliable sources and may change without notice.
Pros & Cons
What we like
- Stunning camera quality in various conditions
- Smooth 90Hz display for fluid scrolling
- IP68 rating for water resistance
- Long software support with major updates
- Fast wireless charging capabilities
What could be better
- No telephoto lens for zoom
- Average battery life under heavy use
- No expandable storage option
- Heavier than some competitors
Google Pixel 6 Review & Overview
Google Pixel 6 was officially released globally on October 28, 2021. The phone was not officially launched in Pakistan, it will be available in Pakistan through importers. The phone is available in Pakistan in the following variants:
8GB + 128GB — PKR 65,000
8GB + 256GB — PKR 72,000
Google Pixel 6 features a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a dual rear camera system, 8MP selfie camera, and a 4614mAh battery. It originally launched with Android 12 and is upgradeable to Android 16, with support for up to 5 major Android updates. The phone is available in Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, and Stormy Black colors.
Display
- 6.4-inch AMOLED display
- 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and animations
- HDR10+ support for improved colors and contrast
- 1080 × 2400 pixels resolution
- Around 411 PPI pixel density
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection
- Around 83.4% screen-to-body ratio
- 20:9 aspect ratio
- Suitable for gaming, streaming, browsing, and social media
Processor
- Google Tensor (5nm) chipset
- Octa-core processor with speeds up to 2.80GHz
- 2 × Cortex-X1, 2 × Cortex-A76, and 4 × Cortex-A55 cores
- Mali-G78 MP20 GPU
- Designed for smooth everyday performance and AI-powered features
- Optimized for photography, voice features, multitasking, and Google services
- Suitable for gaming and demanding applications
- 5nm fabrication process provides a balance between performance and efficiency
RAM & Storage
- 8GB RAM for smooth multitasking
- 128GB internal storage in the base variant
- 256GB internal storage in the higher variant
- UFS 3.1 storage
- No microSD card slot
- Suitable for storing apps, photos, videos, games, and other files
Camera
- 50MP primary wide camera with dual-pixel PDAF and OIS
- 12MP ultrawide camera with a 114-degree field of view
- Laser autofocus for faster focusing
- Dual-LED flash
- Pixel Shift technology
- Auto-HDR support
- Panorama mode
- Rear camera supports 4K video recording at up to 60fps
- 1080p video recording at up to 240fps
- Gyro-EIS and OIS for improved video stabilization
- 8MP front-facing selfie camera
- Front camera supports HDR and panorama
- 1080p selfie video recording at 30fps
- Designed for photography, videography, social media, and everyday content creation
Battery
- 4614mAh Li-Ion battery
- Wired charging based on a 30W charger
- PD 3.0 charging support
- Up to 50% charging in around 30 minutes
- 21W wireless charging support
- Reverse wireless charging
- Designed to provide reliable battery backup for everyday use
Software
- Android 12 at launch
- Upgradeable to Android 16
- Up to 5 major Android OS updates
- Clean Google Android experience
- Optimized software for Pixel features
- Google AI and photography features
- Regular software and security updates
SIM & Connectivity
- Nano-SIM + eSIM support
- 5G SA/NSA/Sub6 support
- mmWave support on supported variants
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
- Dual-band Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth 5.2
- GPS with L1 + L5 support
- GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, and QZSS
- NFC support
- USB Type-C 3.1
- No FM radio
Design & Build
- Dimensions: 158.6 × 74.8 × 8.9 mm
- Weight: 207g
- Glass front with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
- Glass back with Gorilla Glass 6
- Aluminum frame
- IP68 dust and water resistance
- Can withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes
- Under-display optical fingerprint scanner
- Stereo speakers
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- Available in Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, and Stormy Black colors
Bottom Line
The Google Pixel 6 remains an attractive smartphone for users who prioritize camera quality, clean Android software, and Google's Pixel experience. Its Google Tensor chipset, 90Hz AMOLED display, 50MP main camera, OIS, wireless charging, and IP68 protection make it a capable flagship even several years after its original release.
Alternatives in the Same Budget
- Google Pixel 6a — Compact Pixel smartphone with strong camera performance and clean Android software
- Google Pixel 7 — Newer Pixel flagship with an improved Tensor processor and updated camera system
- Samsung Galaxy S21 — Premium Samsung flagship with a 120Hz AMOLED display and strong overall performance
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