- What's up guys Saf here on SuperSaf TV
and in this video we're going to be doing
our initial comparison between the Google Pixel 3 XL
and the iPhone XS Max.
So, we've got the best from Google and the best
from Apple here, and hopefully by the end of this video
you'll know which device is better for you.
So, starting off on the size differences,
both are actually very, very similar in size.
Both pretty large devices.
Now, although they're very similar in size,
the iPhone does have, a slightly larger, 6.5 inch display
compared to the 6.3 inches on the Pixel 3 XL.
Now, this is because the iPhone does have
a slightly better screen to body ratio
and both devices do have a notch.
The iPhone notch is a little bit wide,
whereas, the Pixel notch is very, very deep.
The Pixel also has a chin, this is something
that the iPhone doesn't have.
The bezels are uniform all around,
so you do have a larger chin on the Pixel.
However, the Pixel does have front firing stereo speakers
within that notch and that chin.
The iPhone does have stereo speakers,
but one is in the earpiece and one is bottom firing
so, it is still possible to cover this speaker up
when you've got it in your hand.
Neither of the devices have a 3.5 mm jack unfortunately.
This is something that we didn't have
on the previous versions either.
However, on the Pixel you do get the dongle out of the box.
The 3.5 mm to USB type C dongle.
This is something that you do not,
unfortunately, get with the iPhone XS Max.
It's something that we did have
for the last couple of years on the previous versions,
but we no longer get that out of the box.
Taking a closer look at the displays,
both do have OLED displays
which do look really, really good.
We've got very high contrast ratios
and really nice and vibrant colors.
Now, my initial impressions, both are very, very good.
I'll have to spend some more time with them
and test them out in bright day light and things,
to really tell the differences.
The Pixel, however, does have a slightly higher
pixel density, pixel, pixel density.
Now, this isn't going to be hugely noticeable for most people,
but, this does mean that details will be slightly sharper
on the Pixel compared to the iPhone.
The iPhone, however, does have 3D-Touch.
Now, this is a pressure sensitive display
and it's going to allow you to push down harder
on certain items to get more options and things.
This is something that you don't have on the Pixel.
Now, lets talk about the build and design.
The iPhone has a stainless steel frame
with a glass panel at the back.
Now Apple is saying that this is the most durable glass
on any smart phone, and from the drop test
that I've seen it does seem very, very durable.
The Pixel has a painted metal frame,
so you've got a layer of paint above the metal.
Now, this may mean that if you get a chip or something,
it's going to be a little bit more visible on the Pixel
compared to the stainless steel frame of the iPhone.
But, you also have a glass back,
however, the glass back on the Pixel is slightly different.
It's actually soft touch glass.
Now, this makes it a little bit more grippy compared
to the iPhone and it also attracts less fingerprints.
Which one of these is better
is going to come down to your personal preference.
In my opinion, both are very good and premium.
If you do want to, however, customize the look
of either of these and want to add more grip
and get rid of fingerprints, then I definitely recommend
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And the Pixel skins are now on pre-order.
Both devices are also IP68 water
and dust resistant which is great.
Last year we had IP67 for both the previous versions.
So, it's nice to see that improvement this year.
And now let's talk about the internals.
So, with the iPhone XS max we've got Apple A12 Bionic chip.
It is very, very fast and smooth.
I've been using the XS max for the last few weeks
and I really haven't had any performance issues whatsoever.
The Pixel 3 XL has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Processor
and both devices have 4 gigabytes of RAM.
Now, if you want me to do a speed test between these two
SuperSaf style, definitely let me know
in the comments below, and I will do that very, very soon.
But, both devices should be very fast and smooth
and that is also thanks to the operating systems.
Both do have stock versions
of their respective operating systems.
We've got Android Pie on the Pixel
and then we've got iOS 12 on the iPhone.
Now, what this means is that you're going to be
getting updates directly from Google and Apple.
You're not going to have to wait around or anything,
like you have do with lots of other devices.
However, which is better is going to come down
completely to your personal preference.
Both have their advantages and disadvantages.
Now let's talk about the cameras.
So, the iPhone has a dual refacing camera set-up.
Both are 12 mega pixels with Optical Image Stabilization.
The primary camera has a regular angular view
and has an f/1.8 aperture.
And the secondary camera is a telephoto camera,
which is going to give you two times optical zoom
and that has an f/2.4 aperture.
I've been using the iPhone camera since it was released,
and I have to say, it's definitely been improved
compared to last year, especially when it comes
to dynamic range, Smart HDR really does help.
Now, this is an area where Google is very, very good
at dynamic range, and we've got
a single refacing camera which is 12 mega pixels.
It has optical image stabilization
and an f/1.8 aperture with Google's Pixel Visual Core.
Now, I'm still waiting for the latest software update
on the Pixel before I can do a detailed SuperSaf style
camera comparison and if you want to see that first,
then, make sure you have subscribed
and switch on notifications, 'cause that's
going to be coming very, very soon.
Now, the iPhone does get a couple of advantages.
Firstly, it does have the secondary camera,
so it's going to give you two times optical zoom,
which is always going to be better, compared to digital zoom.
And it can also form video at higher frame rates,
we've got 4K at up to 60 frames a second,
and 1080p at up to 240 frames a second,
whereas, on the Pixel it is 4K at 30 frames a second
and 1080p at up to 120 frames a second.
And when it comes to the front facing cameras,
things are reversed.
So, we now have dual cameras for the Pixel 3 XL.
We have a single front facing camera for the iPhone XS Max.
The front facing camera on the iPhone XS Max
is seven mega pixels with an f/2.2 aperture.
Once again it has definitely been improved
compared to last year.
With the Pixel you've got two, eight mega pixel cameras.
The primary camera has an f/1.8 aperture
and that has a regular angle of view.
And the secondary camera has an f/2.2 aperture
and this has a very wide angled view, 97 degrees.
And this is going to be great for your group selfies.
And as mentioned I will be putting these two
side by side very, very soon, so do look out for that.
Now, looking at the security, the iPhone does have Face ID.
Works really well and is very, very fast.
The Pixel has a fingerprint scanner at the back,
Pixel Imprint and it also works really well and really fast.
I think this is going to come down to
your personal preference, whether you like
a fingerprint scanner or facial recognition.
Honestly speaking, I don't think you can go wrong
with either of these, they work very, very well.
Now, moving on to the batteries.
The Pixel does have a slightly larger battery
compared to the iPhone.
Now, usage wise, this is going to depend,
and we're going to have to see how well each of these do.
The iPhone XS Max, in my experience
of using it over the past couple of weeks,
has been very, very good in terms of battery life.
We'll see how good the Pixel is going forward.
Both devices do support wireless charging, which is great
and they also do support fast charging.
However, the iPhone does not come
with the fast charger out of the box.
This is something that you do get with the Pixel.
Now, this is something that I've talked about,
a few times before, it's unfortunate that Apple
does not include the fast charger out of the box,
especially considering how much you're going to be paying
for the iPhone and that is £1100/$1000
for the base 64 gigabyte model.
And comparing it to the price
of the 64 gigabyte version of the Pixel,
you are going to be paying quite a bit more for the iPhone.
The Pixel coming in more than 20 percent cheaper.
Now, you do get additional and larger storage options
for the iPhone going up to 512 gigabytes,
whereas, the Pixel only goes up to 128 gigabytes.
However, with the Pixel, you do get unlimited storage
at full resolution of all of your photos and videos
for a couple of years.
This is something that's included in with
the purchase of your Pixel and after those couple of years,
you will still get high resolution backups,
but not full resolution.
So, that's definitely something to bear in mind.
If you do want to get iCloud on your iPhone,
you are going to have to pay for that separately.
In terms of availability, the XS Max is available right now.
With the Pixel, pre-orders have started right now
and it's going to be coming out around the 1st of November.
And those are the key differences between these two devices.
I personally cannot wait to test out the cameras
in more detail between these two SupeSaf style.
And if you want to see that video first, then make sure
you have subscribed and switched on notifications.
As mentioned, that will be coming very soon.
I'll be working on it over the next few days.
What do you guys think of the Google Pixel 3XL
and the iPhone XS Max, which would be your choice?
Definitely drop me a comment below and let me know.
And also let me know which comparisons
and other videos you'd like me to do with the Pixel 3XL.
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Thanks for watching, this is Saf on SuperSaf TV.
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