Google Pixel 6
$133Starting price · USBudget2021
8.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.4"
Display
50MP
Camera
4,614
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
207g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Pixel 6 offers flagship-level photography and a premium build at a budget price point. While the battery and thermal performance show its age, the software experience and camera output remain highly competitive.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera8.5
Performance7.5
Battery7.0
Display8.0
Build8.0
Value10.0
Strengths
Exceptional camera quality for the price
Clean software with long-term support
Premium build materials
Unbeatable value at current pricing
Weaknesses
Average battery life
Charging speeds are relatively slow
Tensor chip can run warm under load
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