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Google Pixel 2 XL 64 GB Black Renewed
Last Updated: April 23, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
226
Old Reviews
11
Unverified
20
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6 meters
SIZE
Octa Core
PROCESSOR TYPE
4096 GB
MEMORY
Review Analysis - 195 recent, verified reviews
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Device Compatibility
33refurbished, data, verizon, refurb, pixel
+91%
-9%
" ... Now, for the phone it self, it is an amazing device that exceeded my expectations! ... "
" ... Phone looked great. ... "
" ... Over all an excellent phone. ... "
" ... I love this phone more than iPhone and Samsung's! ... "
" ... I have jumped around between Apple, Motorola, and HTC and while I have liked most of them, this easily trumps them all. ... If you are connected with Google it is super functional. ... "
" ... The phone itself however is wonderful and I love it much more than the old phone I had. ... "
" ... We put it on AT&T and it connected without issue. ... "
" ... The refurbished phone exceeded my expectations. ... "
Charging
33charging, original, fast charger, adapter, came
+64%
-36%
" ... Only possible complaint is the charger is not a fast charger however I anticipated that, and it is a compatible charger for a refurbished device. ... "
" ... Charger was the same as the one that came with my P2 from google. ... "
" ... - As stated everything the phone comes with is generic, and the charger I received is not a fast charger. ... "
" ... The box came with every accessory needed, the proper adapter for headphones, a data dongle, and a fast charger as well. ... "
" ... It did not come with any of the original items (fast charger, headphone adapter), but it came with a simple generic one. ... No headphone jack/wireless charging might turn off some people, but I barely use headphones and more than happy to use a regular charger. ... "
" ... Phone came looking brand new with a generic hard candy charger and an adapter . ... "
" ... I immediately purchased a replacement cable and charging block to sort out that issue. ... "
" ... Use essential chargers. ... "
Software Platform
31android, verizon, pixel, updates, unlocked
+77%
-23%
" ... I am very happy I went with the Google pixel 2 Xl over the iPhone! ... "
" ... If you are connected with Google it is super functional. ... "
" ... I absolutely love the Google Pixel 2XL so far . ... I joined Google Fi and transferred my number and it was really simple. ... "
" ... Did ALL updates ... Software and Hardware seem to work as intedned with no issues. ... "
" ... I have found no faults with this phone and the Google Assistant is a great help. ... "
" ... These devices are Verizon builds so the Boot-loader cannot be unlocked . ... "
" ... It's got a good sleek feel, is not loaded with bloatware, and of course, gets all the latest updates pronto. ... "
" ... I already owned this phone, that I purchsed through Google about a half year ago and loved it. ... "
Battery Life
31battery, charge, lasts, day, refurbished
+77%
-23%
" ... Long battery life and everything seems to be functional ... "
" ... Battery is always good at the beginning, will check down the road and compare to my non-refurbished. ... "
" ... Battery is excellent too, with Android pie it last almost 2 days and I use it a lot. ... "
" ... The battery is just ok. ... "
" ... I gave the battery life 4 stars just because I don't know how it would be like new, probably a little better, but not sure how much. ... "
" ... The camera on this phone is amazing and everything else is really good except the battery life ... "
" ... Battery is in good condition. ... "
" ... It has a nice long battery and the pictures all are automatically uploaded to my Google photos. ... "
Product Reliability
22working, months, refurbished, ago, weeks
+59%
-41%
" ... I've been using it for over a week now and it has been my favorite device I've bought in years. ... "
" ... Luckily so far everything is working out fine. ... "
" ... Will update later on . ... "
" ... I had no problem at all using it for over a month now. ... "
" ... No problems from being refurbished. ... "
" ... The phone is very good and very reliable. ... "
" ... I have been using it for several months and it works perfectly. ... "
" ... they were not OEM but all work and work well ... "
Screen Protection
22scratches, scratch, pixel, screen protector, minor scratches
+41%
-59%
" ... The screen has a small hairline scratch in the middle near the top and I could not get the hot spot tethering to work. ... "
" ... Thought I would try another one, it arrived looking not fully cleaned and with scratches on the screen. ... "
" ... Phone now only produces "cracked" and distorted sounds. ... "
" ... The phone came with scuffs over the back, and that would be fine, if it wasnt for the fact there is a deep scratch across the phones screen. ... "
" ... This phone looked like it was dragged across gravel. ... "
" ... Upon receiving it from Quick Deals CR, a screen protector attempted to hide a ton of scruffs and deep scratches. ... Even for refurbished, blemished screens are not acceptable. ... "
" ... However, the screen had a few scratches on it ... Device is almost perfect (lose points for scratches on screen) ... "
" ... The screen wasn't working properly and kept flickering. ... "
Marketplace
19described, buy, amazon, exactly, bought
+95%
-5%
" ... I've had mine for about a week now and it's exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Item was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Came just as described. ... "
" ... This is my first ever review on Amazon that I've ever written. ... "
" ... No big deal. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... But hey that's what I get for purchasing refurbished. ... "
" ... I would also recommend this seller to all interested. ... "
Price
17value, phone, money, worth, device
+100%
" ... This is a great value. ... "
" ... Overall great value. ... "
" ... Got this refurbished phone for a great price. ... "
" ... For the price I paid I think I can live with this. ... "
" ... My first "flagship" device, and it's worth every penny. ... "
" ... I was a bit hesitant after reading all the negative reviews but I really wanted a Pixel and couldn't beat the price. ... "
" ... All in all, def worth the purchase! ... "
" ... This is awesome worth the money ... "
Camera
15really, pictures, camera is amazing, taking, rear
+93%
-7%
" ... And as everyone has mentioned the camera is AMAZING. ... "
" ... It's fast, has more than enough storage, and has an amazing camera. ... "
" ... The camera is great and other features work great. ... "
" ... The camera is fabulous. ... "
" ... With this camera, you will love taking pictures, plus unlimited store in Google photos as a plus. ... "
" ... Pictures are good. ... "
" ... Took pictures and videos with front and rear cameras ... "
" ... The Pixel XL has a great camera. ... "
Delivery
14condition, phone, everything, came, box
+93%
-7%
" ... Came in excellent condition. ... "
" ... Came right when it was scheduled to as well. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in like-new condition. ... "
" ... Shipping was prompt and securely packaged. ... "
" ... So I ordered and received one from intellicell, and everything is golden. ... "
" ... Arrived faster then expected which was great and it had everything in the box. ... "
" ... The device arrived in very good condition. ... "
" ... It shipped within the 2 day window and was well protected in the box it came in, not only from Amazon, but the seller. ... The phone was in perfect condition. ... "
Ports
13adapter, charging, original, charger, came
+46%
-54%
" ... I then noticed that the charge port was very dirty. ... "
" ... I have tried to get similar mirroring with the Pixel using Sentio Desktop, Displaylink and a Displaylink adapter. ... "
" ... Charger port broken and wifi keeps dropping. ... "
" ... Phone was completely dead when i received it, so i plugged it in and the charging port had smoke coming out of it. ... "
" ... Instead, the phone came with a generic USB-A (under powered) power brick and a USB-A to USB-C cable. ... "
Sound Quality
12speaker, sounds, front, watching, videos
+33%
-67%
" ... The speaker on this phone is blown, it rattles. ... "
" ... Got this item with a defective speaker. ... "
" ... The speakers buzz horribly which makes watching videos unbearable. ... It sounds like some people got good ones on here but I don't think it's worth the hassle. ... "
" ... The phone's speaker began to produce "cracked" sounds within 3 days of receiving the device. ... Phone now only produces "cracked" and distorted sounds. ... "
" ... as a result audio is very distorted. ... "
Defective Delivery
12phone, perfect, defective, scratches, refurbished
+67%
-33%
" ... Even though it was refurbished, it was in near perfect condition when I received it. ... "
" ... Perfect cosmetic condition. ... "
" ... Came with everything in slightly damaged box. ... "
" ... The phone I got was in near perfect cosmetic condition. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in like-new condition. ... "
" ... The phone was in perfect condition. ... "
" ... Phone was in perfect condition, no scratches on it any where. ... "
" ... Although this is a refurbished model, it is in perfect condition. ... "
Returns
10return, day, send, returned, replacement
+10%
-90%
" ... First day with the device and will have to return it already. ... "
" ... This was far from a refurb. ... I sent this back. ... "
" ... Sending phone back. ... "
" ... Attempting to get a replacement. ... "
" ... Returning for a refund. ... "
" ... Returned the phone. ... "
" ... I don’t think it’s the sellers fault, but we returned it after the first day ... "
" ... I had to send it back. ... "
Display Clarity
10display, pixel 2 xl, pixel, burn, scratch
+50%
-50%
" ... The display was not accurate and there were other notable limitations. ... "
" ... The screen wasn't working properly and kept flickering. ... "
Design
10new, looks and works, looks, feels, works like new
+100%
" ... I started using it today and it feels great ! ... "
" ... it looks brand new. ... "
" ... Mine looks and operates nearly like new. ... (I had to look super closley to even see that. ... "
" ... Looks and works just like new ... "
" ... The phone arrived in nice shape. ... "
" ... Phone looks and works like new! ... "
" ... The phone looks and works like new ... "
" ... Looks and works like new, but got a black and white instead of just black. ... "
Cleaning
9dust, dirt, cleaned, scratches, grills
+56%
-44%
" ... I was hesitant on the refurbishing aspect, but the phone came clean and in near perfect condition. ... "
" ... No scratches, everything works as it should with no defects or anything glitchy. ... "
" ... There was no damage at all and the device was very clean. ... "
" ... A clean, used, refurbed phone. ... "
SIM
9card, tray, swapped, usb c, esim
+44%
-56%
" ... Also, did not come with a Sim card key. ... "
" ... But beware mine didn't come with a sim card tray couldn't use it for the first day I got it ... "
" ... However, things got worse when I inserted my sim card and my card would not read. ... I withdrew the sim and tried again with no avail. ... I wish I was able to actually use it, but I am unable to because it won't respond to my sim (T-Mobile), nor will it connect to my home wifi, or any wifi as a matter of fact. ... "
" ... I got a Verizon version, not unlocked. ... "
Build Quality
9phone, feels, cosmetic damage, tear, scuffs
+44%
-56%
" ... The only thing I noticed was that it had a very small scuff mark in the top right corner. ... "
" ... I can handle minor scratches on the body and a few dings from drops, but I have never purchased a refurbished phone with that major of a flaw unrepaired. ... "
" ... The phone came with scuffs over the back, and that would be fine, if it wasnt for the fact there is a deep scratch across the phones screen. ... "
" ... These scratches were deep enough to catch a fingernail. ... "
" ... I've used it for a few weeks now, the build and hardware seems to be in good condition but I've noticed that all my calls when using LTE just keeps dropping continuously. ... So, buyers be careful. ... "
Comfort
7feels, wear, signs, like, tear
+86%
-14%
" ... I've had this phone for almost a week and I have to say it is hands down the best phone I've ever owned. ... "
" ... as if it was placed in a pocket with a set of keys. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in nice shape. ... "
" ... The device feels great in hand. ... "
" ... I started using it today and it feels great ! ... "
" ... Overall the phone is very good, no signs of wear or tear anywhere on the one that I received. ... "
Apps
6google, crashing, apps, android, updates
+100%
" ... I've been using my Pixel 2XL pretty heavily for music, social media, and more all day and still have 60% at 11pm! ... "
" ... Photo gallery (it's the Google one. ... So everything is uploaded to Google, not as user friendly) ... "
" ... Google Android is the best operating software by far ... "
" ... Software and Hardware seem to work as intedned with no issues. ... "
" ... Bottom line: Uninstallation of any updates to apps that keep crashing is the best solution. ... "
" ... This is only my 2nd smart phone I have ever owned (the first being a Samsung Galaxy S4), so I have very little to compare it to. ... "
Ease of Use
5easy, use, everything, google, features
+100%
" ... So everything is uploaded to Google, not as user friendly) ... "
" ... To put it simple ... as if it was placed in a pocket with a set of keys. ... "
" ... It was easy to move everything from one phone to the other. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and get used to, this is a very good phone for a first phone or a change from Apple or other types. ... "
Cables
5came, cable, box, original, cord
+100%
" ... All original cables and add-on accessories were included in the box. ... "
" ... It came in a generic box with an off brand charging cord but who am I to complain with the price I paid. ... "
" ... Although not the original - it was all white, came in great condition, and surprisingly with the original charging brick/cable. ... "
" ... I immediately purchased a replacement cable and charging block to sort out that issue. ... "
" ... Also came with the original charger, cable and head phone adapter. ... "
Headphones
4phone, headphones, use, jack, headphone
+50%
-50%
" ... First phone arrived and looked awesome, but soon noticed that phone would not play sound through headphones. ... "
Product As Described
4exactly
+100%
" ... I've had mine for about a week now and it's exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Came just as described. ... "
" ... Item was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
Call quality
4phone, call, text, sounds, like
+50%
-50%
" ... So disappointing and wished this was a one time glitch but I have tried several phone calls now's and it just keeps doing it where I cant see screen options once in a phone call :-( ... "
Gaming
3used
+100%
" ... It has great storage, battery life and is quick to connect to the internet and plays games really well. ... "
" ... I have used it for three days now and have watched a full streamed movie, played games, and of course used the fantastic camera that is included. ... "
" ... Best phone in the game here. ... "
Video Playback
3videos, speakers, used, games
+67%
-33%
" ... Stereo speakers are great for watching videos or listening to music. ... "
" ... I have used it for three days now and have watched a full streamed movie, played games, and of course used the fantastic camera that is included. ... "
Keyboard
3+67%
-33%
" ... as if it was placed in a pocket with a set of keys. ... "
" ... Camera is amazing, keyboard, screen quality. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 6 meters
Performance
Processor Type: Octa Core
Memory
Memory: 4096 GB