Google Pixel 6

The Google Pixel 6 is a top-of-the-range smartphone that was launched after a brief hiatus in 2020. Although the Pixel 6 is not a flagship model like the Pixel 6 Pro, it still boasts impressive features such as the black camera strip that makes it stand out from the competition. The Pixel 6 does not have a telephoto camera like the Pro, but it does come with the same brand-new Tensor chip that enables on-device machine learning cleverness.

The display on the Pixel 6 is a 6.4-inch AMOLED with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1080x2400px resolution, which is a downgrade from the 120Hz QHD panel of the Pro. The Pixel 6 is equipped with a 4614mAh battery that can last over 20 hours of offline video playback, and it comes with no charger in the box.

The Google Pixel 6 is equipped with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1080x2400px resolution. While it is a downgrade from the Pro's 120Hz QHD panel, it is still a great display that offers a 100ppi short of the Pro's density.

The Pixel 6's battery life is impressive, with the 4614mAh battery inside offering over 20 hours of offline video playback and an overall Endurance rating of 86h. However, the Pixel 6 comes with no charger in the box, so you will need to purchase one separately.

The Pixel 6 is powered by Google's proprietary Tensor chip, which is a joint effort between Google and Samsung. The chip enables advancements in machine learning and computational photography that Google wouldn't have been able to achieve by using a Qualcomm chip.

The Pixel 6 does come with some exclusive features enabled by the custom Tensor chipset, such as Voice Typing, Live Translate, and Calling Assist. Voice Typing is a far better way to type by voice that works without an internet connection since the language model is on-device and processes language near-instantaneously.

However, the Pixel 6 does come with a few notable downgrades, such as the lack of a telephoto camera and a slower charging speed. Overall, the Pixel 6 is a great smartphone that offers value for money.

The Google Pixel 6 faces competition from various other smartphones in the market. The Pixel 6 Pro, as the flagship model, competes with the likes of Pro Maxes and Ultras of other brands. In comparison, the Pixel 6's more modest features and pricing put it against smartphones like the Galaxy S21, iPhone 13, Zenfone 8, and OnePlus 9.

The Galaxy S21 has a better display with a higher refresh rate and a zoom camera that offers better reach, while the iPhone 13 and Zenfone 8 are smaller and lighter. The OnePlus 9 offers faster charging and a higher refresh rate display, but it's not IP-rated. Ultimately, the Pixel 6 seems to be the better deal, offering comparable performance to its competitors at a more reasonable price point.