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Google Pixel 6 by Google
Starting from $599.00
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Google's first flagship with its own custom Tensor chip, bringing AI-powered camera and speech features to a mid-priced phone.
About Google Pixel 6
The Pixel 6 introduced Google's own custom-designed Tensor chip, moving away from off-the-shelf Qualcomm Snapdragon processors used in prior Pixels, with a focus on on-device AI for camera processing, speech recognition, and translation. It paired a new 50MP main camera with a 6.4-inch 90Hz OLED display, all at a notably lower price than most 2021 flagships. It launched in Kinda Coral, Sorta Seafoam, and Stormy Black.
Full Specifications
Imported
Processor
Google Tensor, 5nm
Operating System
Android 12
Display Size
6.4 inches
Display Resolution
1080 x 2400 pixels
Display Type
OLED, 90Hz
Refresh Rate
90Hz
Rear Camera
50MP wide (f/1.85, OIS) + 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2)
Front Camera
8MP
RAM
8GB
Internal Storage
128GB / 256GB
Network
5G
Battery Capacity
4614 mAh
Protection
Gorilla Glass Victus (front)
Water Resistance
IP68
Charging
30W wired, Qi wireless
Colors
Kinda Coral, Sorta Seafoam, Stormy Black
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users reported the in-display fingerprint sensor being noticeably slower or less reliable than physical/capacitive sensors on prior Pixel models. | Google issued several software updates over the following months that improved fingerprint sensor speed and accuracy. |
| A number of users experienced random reboots or connectivity bugs (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth) after the initial Android 12 release. | Addressed through subsequent monthly Android security and feature updates. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors does the Pixel 6 come in?
Kinda Coral, Sorta Seafoam, and Stormy Black.
What is the Google Tensor chip?
It's Google's first custom-designed smartphone chipset, built to prioritize on-device AI tasks like camera processing, speech recognition, and translation over raw benchmark performance.
Is the Pixel 6 waterproof?
It has an IP68 rating for up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.
Does it have a microSD card slot?
No, storage is fixed at 128GB or 256GB.
Does it support wireless charging?
Yes, Qi wireless charging is supported.
Does it have a headphone jack?
No, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack.
How many years of software updates does it get?
The Pixel 6 originally launched with a promise of 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates.
