Google Pixel 4 XL vs Vivo V29 Pro
The Verdict
Google Pixel 4 XL commands premium pricing at $899 with its flagship Snapdragon 855, superior software integration, and refined 90Hz P-OLED display at 3040x1440 resolution. Vivo V29 Pro delivers stronger value at $449, featuring a larger 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, bigger 4600mAh battery with rapid 80W charging, and more versatile camera setup including a 50MP front shooter. Performance-wise, the Pixel 4 XL's older processor still handles tasks efficiently, but Dimensity 8200 gives V29 Pro an edge in multitasking. Camera quality heavily favors Pixel's computational photography and Night Sight, though V29 Pro's 50MP Sony sensor captures impressive detail. Durability differs notably: Pixel boasts IP68 rating versus V29's IP54. For content creators and photography enthusiasts valuing consistency, Pixel 4 XL justifies its premium. Budget-conscious users seeking larger displays, better battery endurance, and modern 5G connectivity should choose the V29 Pro.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 4 XL if…
- →Astrophotography mode was groundbreaking
- →90Hz smooth display
- →Soli radar for Motion Sense gestures
Buy the Vivo V29 Pro if…
- →50 MP front camera with autofocus and Aura Light for exceptional selfies
- →80W fast charging fills up the battery rapidly
- →Slim and lightweight at 7.46 mm and 185 g
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 4 XL
Pros
- Astrophotography mode was groundbreaking
- 90Hz smooth display
- Soli radar for Motion Sense gestures
- Excellent telephoto camera for portraits
- Face unlock with 3D face recognition
Cons
- No ultrawide camera
- Large forehead bezel for Soli radar
- No fingerprint scanner at all
- Motion Sense was gimmicky and limited
- Battery life was mediocre
Vivo V29 Pro
Pros
- 50 MP front camera with autofocus and Aura Light for exceptional selfies
- 80W fast charging fills up the battery rapidly
- Slim and lightweight at 7.46 mm and 185 g
- Color-changing back panel is unique and eye-catching
- Dimensity 8200 offers strong mid-range performance
Cons
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- 8 MP ultrawide is low quality for the price
- No telephoto or dedicated zoom lens
- Funtouch OS is heavily skinned with bloatware
- No wireless charging support
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 4 XL | Vivo V29 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 10 | Android 13 (Funtouch OS 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 193 g | 185 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Plastic frame, glass back with color-changing finish |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 160.4 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm | 164.1 x 74.4 x 7.46 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766 |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus, Aura Light LED |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 16 MP, f/2.4, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3700 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 80W FlashCharge |
| Wireless charging | 11W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | P-OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3040 x 1440 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.78 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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