Here is the list of the newest flagships from Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, HTC, LG. They are tough Google Pixel XL rivals. Let’s see if the newest flagship from Google can beat these smartphones and be the world’s most powerful handset. 

1. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Google Pixel XL rivals – The first one is a Samsung flagship phone. Like Google Pixel XL, Galaxy S7 Edge is one of the top smartphones for taking photos as well as taking selfies. According to DxOMark – a famous website for testing camera benchmark, Galaxy S7 Edge got 88 scores when Google Pixel XL got 89 scores.

Besides, Galaxy S7 Edge comes in two versions with different processors: SnapDragon 820 processor and Exynos 8890. Both come with 4GB RAM and two ROM options: 32GB and 64GB (+up to 256GB). Other Galaxy S7 Edge specs are a 5.5-inch 2K screens, a 3600 mAH battery, and a combo of 12MP plus 5MP main and front cameras. Galaxy S7 Edge Price is $726 for 32GB ROM version and about $800 for 64GB ROM version.

2. LG V20

Google Pixel XL rivals – LG V20. Like the S7 Edge, this LG phone comes with 4GB RAM and two ROM options: 32 and 64GB. It is also powered by a quad-core SnapDragon 820 under the hood, along with Adreno 530 GPU. LG V20 is the first smartphone running Android 7.0 (Nougat) out of the box. Especially, it comes with an awesome camera: a dual 16MP rear camera with f/1.8, PDA, OIS, dual LED flash and 2x optical zoom. Other LG V20 specs are a 5.7-inch 2K screen and a 3200 mAh battery. As for LG V20 price, it costs around $900.

3. Xiaomi Mi 5s

Google Pixel XL rivals – Xiaomi Mi 5s. This Xiaomi flagship has been launched recently with appealing specs. It features a 5.15-inch full HD screen. Like the other ones above, Xiaomi Mi 5s comes with a powerful processor, with quad-core SnapDragon 821 and Adreno 530 under the hood. It is available in two versions, including 3GB RAM+64GB ROM and 4GB RAM + 128GB ROM. For photography, it sports a 12MP main camera accompanied by 4MP selfie shooter. You will also find a 3200 mAh battery with Quick charge 3.0 (83% in just 30 mins of charging). Xiaomi Mi 5s price falls at $299 (for 3GB RAM version) and $344 (for 4GB RAM version).

4. Apple iPhone 7 Plus

Google Pixel XL rivals – Apple iPhone 7 Plus. The latest Apple phone, iPhone 7 Plus comes with many innovations, compared to the iPhone 6 series. It sports a bigger screen (5.5-inch full HD), a larger battery (2900 mAH), a bigger 3GB RAM, and a better camera (a dual 12MP rear + 7MP selfie cameras). It is also running on the newest software and hardware from Apple: iOS 10 OS + Apple A10 chipset. As for iPhone 7 Plus price, there are 3: $769 (32GB), $869 (128GB), and $969 (256GB).

5. HTC 10

Google Pixel XL rivals – HTC 10. This phone is one of the biggest rival of Pixel XL smartphone. Google Pixel is the result of the collaboration between HTC and Google. So, it is no surprise when HTC 10 and Google Pixel XL are quite similar, in terms of specification. Like the new Google phone, HTC 10 comes with 4GB RAM and two ROM options: 32/64GB. It is working on quad-core SnapDragon 820 processor and Android 6.0 under the hood. Other HTC 10 specs are as follow: a 5.2-inch 2K screen, a 3000 mAh battery, and a combo of 12MP rear camera+5MP selfie shooter. As for HTC 10 price, it costs about $600 for 32GB ROM version and $780 for 64GB ROM version.

Google Pixel XL rivals :  Google Pixel is the King?

As you can see, 5 smartphones above come with powerful processors and appealing specs. They will be definitely tough rivals of Google Pixel XL. However, Google Pixel XL is running on the newest hardware and software: Qualcomm SnapDragon 821 + Android 7.1 Os. This phone is also rated higher than other rivals in terms of the camera. So, do you think Google Pixel can beat top smartphones to be the most powerful smartphone in the world?