iPhone 6+ to Pixel 2xl

[Mike Dee]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

Hello all,

First off I’m sorry if this has been beaten to death already but I really need some assurance on if I’m making the correct decision. I recently made a post discussing making the move to a google 2XL from a iPhone 6+.....and a few people responded regarding the display....but I wanted more feedback so I decided to make a thread for this alone.

But, is the display really not good? My main concern is clarity and sharpness....will it be as good as my iPhone 6+? I don’t want to take a step backwards! The blue tint....is whatever.

If you could compare the screen quality to any smartphone what would it be?

I REALLY like what the Pixel 2XL has to offer especially coming from an iPhone and the simplicity to the OS.

Again sorry, I know this has been discussed a lot but I wanted some assurance in my decision, and yes I know ultimately it’s my decision but I like hearing from people’s experiences.

Thanks!

Luke

The screen is fine

 

[muzzy996]

As far as the topic that was touched upon briefly earlier - iMessage in terms of sending media: Sending video over SMS just plain sucks but the workaround of sending links from Google Photos works a treat so that's what I do with my original Pixel XL. Free cloud storage of full resolution photos and videos is baked into the Pixel purchase so uploading images to the cloud and then sending a link to a shared album or the image/video itself should work just fine. Receiving videos however . . bleh . . you'll typically get low resolution videos.

 

[t1328]

The display is a mixed bag as you know, but it isn't as bad as people make it out to be. Mine has a build date of 12/13/17 so fairly new. There is some blue shift at an angle but it isn't nearly as bad as many I've seen photos of. My screen is ever so slightly darker along the right 1/3 of the screen, most people would never see it. Barely visible on white and some light backgrounds. I have no pink or other hue and uniformity is otherwise great.

That said, it isn't in the same league as a modern iPhone or S8. There's a slight graininess that is par for the course with this screen. Some are very bad, mine is minimal but compared to my iPhone X it looks like a screen door. Most enthusiasts know this going in and it doesn't hinder the Pixel experience at all.

The iPhone X has the nicest screen on the market in my view. Made by Samsung and tuned by Apple. Doesn't get much better than that. But it's still an iPhone and it costs a ridiculous fortune.

 

[PowrDroid]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

But, is the display really not good? My main concern is clarity and sharpness....will it be as good as my iPhone 6+? I don’t want to take a step backwards! The blue tint....is whatever.

If you could compare the screen quality to any smartphone what would it be?

The display is very good. It's not as good as the Note 8. It's better than my Droid Turbo. I can't comment vs. the Apple 6+ (or any Apple phone) because I've never owned one or even used one for more than 10 minutes.

If only there was a place where you could go and see the Pixel 2 XL screen for yourself and compare it to your Apple 6+...

 

[DarkNeo]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

To get a good idea of it go see one in person. You might not notice the imperfections of the screen. And if you like it then that's great. The problem is you are asking a question in a forum filled with fanboys.

 

[anon(5630457)]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

The display is fine. There's some out there that are definitely better than others, but it's definitely not the worst display I've used.

 

[anon(10092459)]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

I mean, everyone has different priorities... If you're not in a position to see one physically in a store like a Best Buy or a Verizon (even though display models suck), maybe just order the phone and check it out. If it's not up to your standards after a few days return it.

We all have different ideas of what's a "great" display, after all.

 

[jlp0209]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

As I replied in your other thread, the display is fine. It isn’t bad and it isn’t great. Only you can place a value on screen clarity, it’s subjective.

It won’t be as crisp as your iPhone 6+ or any other retina screen iPhone. If I had to compare it to something it would be my old original Droid Turbo and Turbo 2. Had a great screen but the plastic shattershield coating added slight graininess I felt. Similar to a matte computer monitor with anti glare coating, but not as intrusive. Colors are good on mine, very natural. Coming from an iPhone you’ll do fine with that.

Another issue that hasn’t been mentioned to you is black crush. You should just google search Pixel 2 XL black crush to get an idea. I’ve used several regular Pixel 2 as well, it is much worse on the smaller phone. Videos are borderline unwatchable due to pixelation and blotches. In my opinion the P2XL is much better. There is minimal black crush but it doesn’t impact anything, barely noticeable to me.

You absolutely should go to a BB or Verizon store to examine the phone in person and decide for yourself. Target also sells them and could have one powered on for display.

 

[Ca_lvn]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

For $1000 you need to make the choice for me it was subpar for the price.

 

[Mike Dee]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

To get a good idea of it go see one in person. You might not notice the imperfections of the screen. And if you like it then that's great. The problem is you are asking a question in a forum filled with fanboys.

That's a rather broad statement. Because someone doesn't have a problem with the screen as is doesn't make them fanboys. I see no difference in shift on my phone compared to other other phones. Everything else is fine on my screen. If I had a problem with it I would have returned it.

 

[jlp0209]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

For $1000 you need to make the choice for me it was subpar for the price.

I just swapped another one last night due to uneven screen brightness. This one is totally even and color is uniform. Much less blue shift on this one, though my last one didn't bother me. If you love the phone you should try again. Also built on 12/13/17. I'm finally very happy and done with the lottery madness.

 

[jlp0209]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

To get a good idea of it go see one in person. You might not notice the imperfections of the screen. And if you like it then that's great. The problem is you are asking a question in a forum filled with fanboys.

Agree with first part, not the rest of your comment, respectfully. I use an iPhone X alongside the Pixel 2XL. No one here is denying that the Pixel's screen is worse than Apple or Samsung. I've seen horrible ones and find it unacceptable. I have no issue with returning several until I find a good one and hurting Google with RMA costs for this, serves them right for cheaping out with LG and also allowing the bad screens to pass QC.

My current one is perfect with just mild blue shift at extreme angles. It has the same minimal shift that my iPhone has. The only difference I notice is the iPhone screen is more crisp. Overall I love the Pixel experience and the screen doesn't hinder it in any way for me.

The real fanboys are the iPhone X fans who say they don't notice the notch. You can't not notice it. You deal with it.

 

[Mathrania]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

I would say the screen is a step backwards if you compare it with other phones, but when it comes to playing youtube HD videos, it looks better than the saturated Samsung screen. "Otherwise" , this phone, to me, seems to be better than other phones in the market. Natural colours on the screen, and you have different color profiles to choose from. Blue tint is not a show stopper for me. First one to get anything that Android has to offer , Superior Camera. Speakers are louder than my U11.

 

[DarkNeo]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

I'm currently on my fifth Pixel 2XL. Had a launch one and it had lots grain. Got replacement and that one had worse blue tint. Got a third one with less grain and less blue tint.

Decided to go Panda and sold the current black one. Heard screens were better, but that was not true. My first Panda had the worse blue shift I've seen. Got a replacement Panda which is what I'm currently on. Screen is better but still not perfect.

Maybe I have strong opinions on the matter. And I agree the screen is fine. But it can range from fine to crap. And that's a big problem, the lack of consistency.

 

[D13H4RD2L1V3]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

It’s fine. It’s not super great but if you get a good one and tweak the color profile to your liking, it’s fine.

 

[Aquila]

Re: Pixel 2XL Display

The screen on the phone sucks compared to what is out there. Not only because of the blue tint that they suffer from, but also this graininess it has. Put it next two any phone and you will see that it's just not up to par especially for the price.

The trick is to get used to it, get used to the colors and the quirks of the screen. Google provided color profiles to help the color and they help a bit. But I actually got used to the natural look of it eventually.

But yes, the screen sucks... You'll know exactly when someone pulls out an S8 or iPhone and look back at your screen. But all in all the phone is great. And if you can get used to the screen it's a great phone.

The graininess was reported on a couple of early units but hasn't been a thing at all. Between the few dozen I've seen and another dozen owned by my friends, I've yet to see this issue or hear from any person who has seen this issue or can even define what it might be. The colors accuracy thing is only an issue if you dislike accurate colors. The accuracy is far better than the Note 8, as an example, which itself is quite a bit more accurate than the S8. The iPhone X is more accurate, but by such a small amount that it is impossible to tell the difference without instruments.

The display is very good. It's not as good as the Note 8. It's better than my Droid Turbo. I can't comment vs. the Apple 6+ (or any Apple phone) because I've never owned one or even used one for more than 10 minutes.

If only there was a place where you could go and see the Pixel 2 XL screen for yourself and compare it to your Apple 6+...

The display is quite a bit better than the iPhone 6+. The Note 8 is more than twice as accurate as the iPhone 6+ and the Pixel 2 XL is not quite twice as accurate as the Note 8. Obviously being LED vs LCD, the contrast ratio is better. It's a more efficient panel, higher resolution, etc.

It won’t be as crisp as your iPhone 6+ or any other retina screen iPhone.

Retina displays, on phones, are referring to displays with resolution >= 300 PPI, assuming that the device is held 10 to 12 inches from the eye. All iPhones since the iPhone 4 have been retina, with the 6 and forward being Retina HD and the iPhone X being Super Retina HD. 100% of iPhones have a lower resolution than the Pixel 2 XL, which is 538 ppi. As such, the Pixel 2 XL would qualify, in Apple terms, as being better than Super Retina HD.... perhaps Super Uber Holy Moly Retina HD.