Google · 2016
Google Pixel
Compare the Google Pixel, released in 2016, using sourced specifications and its documented storage options, then check current outright prices with UK retailers.
- Released
- 2016
- Storage options
- 32GB, 128GB
- Display
- 5.0 inches
- Processor
- Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 821 2.15Ghz + 1.6Ghz, 64Bit Quad-Core…
- Battery
- 2,770 mAh non-removable battery

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Documented options
Colours and variants
Source-listed colours: Very Silver · Quite Black · Really Blue. Storage/colour pairings are not verified.
Selected model
Pixel · 32GB
Source-listed options; availability and regional compatibility must be checked with the retailer.
Specifications
- Operating system
- Android 7.1, Nougat
- Display
- 5.0 inches · AMOLED FHD 441ppi · 16:9 aspect ratio · Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4 · Oleophobic coating
- Processors
- Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 821 2.15Ghz + 1.6Ghz, 64Bit Quad-Core processor · Adreno™ 530 GPU
- Colours
- Very Silver · Quite Black · Really Blue
- Battery and charging
- 2,770 mAh non-removable battery · Standby time: up to 19 days (456 hours) · Talk time: up to 26 hours · Internet use time (Wi-Fi): up to 13 hours · Internet use time (LTE): up to 13 hours · Video playback: up to 13 hours · Audio playback: up to 110 hours · Fast charging: up to 7 hours of use from only 15 minutes of charging
- Sensors
- Pixel Imprint · Accelerometer/Gyroscope · Magnetometer · Barometer · Proximity sensor/Ambient light sensor · Hall sensor · Android Sensor Hub
- Network
- World-wide network/operator compatibility with: US/CA/PR only: GSM: Quad-band GSM · UMTS/WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/8 · CDMA: BC0/BC1/BC10 · TDS-CDMA: N/A · FDD LTE: B 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/20/25/26/28/29/30 · TDD LTE: B 41
- Ports
- USB Type-C · Nano SIM slot · 3.5 mm audio jack · USB 3.1
- Materials
- Anodised aluminium; Corning® Gorilla® Glass 4
Details follow the linked sources supplied with this catalogue; they have not all been independently rechecked. Screen sizes are nominal, usable storage is lower, and regional models may differ.
About the Google Pixel
The Google Pixel is a Google smartphone released in 2016. Its documented specifications include display: 5.0 inches; processor: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 821 2.15Ghz + 1.6Ghz, 64Bit Quad-Core…; battery: 2,770 mAh non-removable. It is listed with 2 storage options: 32GB and 128GB. Source-listed colours: Very Silver, Quite Black and Really Blue.
Launched in 2016, the Google Pixel is an older model and is most likely to be found refurbished or used. UK networks have switched off 3G, so confirm it supports 4G and 4G calling on your network, and check battery health and software update support before buying.
Specifications on this page come from support.google.com.
How to buy the Google Pixel outright
- 1
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- 2
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Older models are mostly sold refurbished or used. Compare the same condition grade, and check battery health and warranty.
- 3
Check the retailer listing
Confirm the model, storage, colour, SIM-free status, warranty and returns period on the retailer's site before you pay.
Google Pixel: quick answers
- When was the Google Pixel released?
- The Google Pixel was released in 2016.
- What storage sizes does the Google Pixel come in?
- Documented storage options are 32GB and 128GB.
- What colours is the Google Pixel available in?
- Source-listed colours are Very Silver, Quite Black and Really Blue. Availability of each colour varies by retailer.
- How big is the Google Pixel screen?
- The documented display is 5.0 inches.
- Where can I buy the Google Pixel outright in the UK?
- Use the retailer links on this page to search UK retailers for your chosen storage and colour. MobilePhones.biz does not sell phones; confirm the price, condition and stock on the retailer's site.