Pixel 3a XL: Full Review | Killer Camera + Value! | Two Weeks Later

[@attnMoFo]

I went into a BestBuy last week to buy the Pixel 3a XL and they were sold out. The salesman checked all the BestBuys in Los Angeles and they were all sold out. This device is hot. Luckily I ordered one from Google and it is arriving tomorrow. Can't wait.

[@Movie_Games]

That's really great news. I'm hoping this sends a msg to cell phone manufacturers saying what we want. I just got one shipped to me from Google. Trying out their Google Fi service with the phone as well.

[@justincarson7603]

Just got mine it's lit

[@nigel8499]

Bestbuy $100 off?

[@nielsjunker1487]

hi are you still happy with your pixel 3a xl ?

[@bk5885]

Does not need 8gb of ram to make a great functional phone. Great job google. Great review as well!

[@themosthighchosen564]

Agreed

[@allenmobley4345]

And people forget although I'm not into Apple phones they are still running on 2gigs of RAM!!! Unless your running like 3 games and Facebook and 9 other apps all at the same time without closing them... You might need 6gigs of RAM.

[@michaelhernandez1789]

Great review! I am loving my Pixel 3a XL. Best bang for the buck!

[@themosthighchosen564]

Same here

[@79bnice]

I like how folks rip the pixel notch but the iPhone gets a pass. Notch on all phones are ugly including iPhones.

[@levil4012]

Got mine and so far loving it, battery life is great and I'm a kinda heavy KZbin watcher, I still own an iPhone XR just to get my iOS fix from time to time but the pixel 3a XL is my premier device right now..

[@m.bility4449]

Does the front camera has beauty Mode?

[@vijaychandrashekar5363]

Thank you. First time in ur channel. U convinced me to gift it to my wife.

[@MrAsh-hr9mm]

Noah, I want to say thanks for the review. I'm already sold on the device, it's just, no one else is talking about battery life. Thanks for making that a point. I think the battery would be ideal for me. I don't use a phone for videos and such. (As I type a review of a video with my original Pixel).

[@siddwitmusic477]

Great review, had some trouble getting this phone through my company with them sending the wrong phone. But I just got it today and it was well worth it. Great job Google keep it up!

[@aniketgowardhan1456]

I love all Google Pixel phones I know lot of people hate them but I love Google Pixel phones his is one of the most honest review I love this review but the Pixel3a and Pixel3aXL are more expensive in India as compared to US market

[@booklover3959]

Just got the phone...Yeah I am late to the game but it is still a killer phone from what I hear for a good price. The only thing is they never made a pdf manual for the phone that I know of. That google would do that is kinda shocking as that seems basic and would be helpful. Well made video and review.....clear and concise....thanks.

[@urbanfu]

Excellent review, great voice and rhythm of the video. Good luck with the channel.

[@nishantpatil1247]

Keep making honest reviews like these

[@davidmartrano1549]

I wanted the pixal experience so on cyber Monday I picked the 3a XL for 4oo.oo including tax, not bad. The display & battery very good. That camera, yep it's as good as they say. Portrait photos are better than my s10+ which actually shocked me. I would recommend this phone to anyone. The 670processer works very well, no lags or stutters. For the price a very good buy!

[@GARY-fromOntario]

I am UPGRADING from a OnePlus ONE and purchased a 3aXL. Appreciated your thoughts!

[@Sienna.Jen2971]

3:25 how did you get your time displayed that way? I've searched in my widgets and I still haven't figured it out. Please do tell.

[@TaylorABell]

I just subscribed. Don't listen to the people giving you flack, don't apologize for giving your honest opinion. That's why I subscribed, I believe what you are saying. Thank you.

[@Jonathan_Em8]

Really love your videos since of late! Quite impressed with this phone since I use a phone of the android one program. Love stock android. But the pixel3a is fricken $511 or so in India! :/

[@NoahHerman]

That sucks man! But yeah it's a great device.

[@Jonathan_Em8]

@fartbox tongue puncher I guess. India has a ton of those. Mid rangers.

[@_NorthernVibes]

For an underdog channel I really like the detail of your review! You may have convinced me. I have the opportunity to switch phones (currently have the XS max) and worry I’m downgrading but it appears this phone competes pretty nicely! My only con is of course needing to switch out all my accessories 🙄

[@marcjackson6196]

There is no down grading switching. What a lot of iPhone users don't understand is, Android has had everything you guys think is new for years now! Android is way ahead of apple.

[@marcjackson6196]

And not to mention without Android there would be no iPhone. They get their parts from Samsung and other Android companies

[@matthewdavisson]

I always restrict background usage on all but a handful of apps I use on the regular and always have better than iOS standby time. It amazes me that people font know how to do something so simple.

[@daraniraj8848]

Watching on my pixel 3a xl phone! Am loving it! Moved from iPhone to the pixel for a week now, NO regrets! This one's a keeper! Another great review Noah ✊🏽

[@Mandeepsinghmakker]

How is the portrait mode if compared with iPhone devices?

[@daraniraj8848]

@@Mandeepsinghmakker the portrait mode for the front and rear is phenomenal!

[@Mandeepsinghmakker]

@@daraniraj8848 Thanks dear. Will be buying soon

[@rafmargaryan2569]

From which iPhone do you moved?

[@daraniraj8848]

@@rafmargaryan2569 iPhone 8 plus

[@tyler69]

Cedar Point you say that's not very far away from where I live also the Google pixel 3a is a great budget phone

[@RoyalBoyle78]

I have the 3a xl also, I have to keep my screen at 80% anything lower is too dull, my only issue, not really an issue

[@marisafleischman]

Is the phone pretty big or can you use it with one hand? Edit: Also is 64 Gb enough for you, and does the wired headpones get in the way of the screen since it's at the top?

[@Sienna.Jen2971]

@@marisafleischman I thought the headphones at the top would be a nuisance coming from a phone with the jack on the bottom, but I can confirm It's not an eye sore and it doesn't get in the way at all. As for space it depends on the user. 64gb it's more than enough for me and I doubt I'll ever use it all to be honest.

[@Bonez1999]

I got the 3a XL for $380, on an installment plan for 24 months w/0% interest! It comes out to under $16 a month... I feel like that's the best smartphone deal I've ever gotten in my life because this phone is amazing....

[@HunterGreenMusic]

i'm getting one in mint condition for $250 tomorrow

[@gumgum1252]

Mines coming tomorow ahhh

[@draindoctor3148]

Just picked one up!

[@ashishchaddha1140]

Awesome video sir

[@wayevs]

The 3a and 3a XL finally a successor to the Nexus line. These devices are what the nexas 5x was back in the day, mad to think the Nexus came with type c back then and could do 4k at 30fps not bad for a 5 year old phone!

[@AlexLopezTorres]

I got mine in pure white and loving it so far, had to get one for my wife as well👍

[@sevenelly]

I love how this device is. Except that I need a 128gb memory. 😟

[@Kayfabe-226]

I'm guessing that if this sells well that Google will improve storage etc...

[@wayevs]

Remember you get unlimited cloud storage!

[@Arkie407]

Wayne Evans ...but at reduced resolution !

[@jeerasakphaosricharoen7167]

nice review

[@MayurMacwan]

Good job reviewing the phone Noah.

[@faridasr7229]

Nice in depth review

[@tubecoatue]

Good review. Thank you.

[@JUDECODY]

The overall clean aesthetic of the video reminds me of Dave Lee's videos. Great review.

[@NoahHerman]

Yesssss I needed this comment thank you so much haha

[@ytubs]

Don't be such a beta about google sending you the device.. You deserve it, they are lucky you accepted.

[@NoahHerman]

A beta lmfao

[@fislam123]

Alpha, beta is a primitive concept tho

[@Arkie407]

Humility... I admire humility. Nice to see personal gratitude.

[@6058jeremysmith]

Great review thank you ...

[@YoMom4Lyfe1]

Good job man

[@774akane]

Ok let me get this straight. Great quality, great battery, great sound, at a low cost, fast charge time, and an amazing camera. What's not to like?

[@AlainCarAudioManiac]

I liked the car related example!

[@peterpan2575]

Stucked between s8/s9 and pixel 3a? Which is overall a better deal?

[@gamezbuddy3761]

BEST budget camera phone

[@sherlocksailo9980]

Google should've released this model at a very attractive price point and it'll sell like hot cakes here in India but that didn't happen. Truly overpriced here so Redmi phones are still the best selling phones right now.

[@hidan9402]

Google made a good choice going for polycarbonate. I don't get it why people are complaining why it isn't glass when these are the very same folks who complain how such a fingerprint magnet and fragile glasses are.

[@LosloTypical]

Google has the best cases, hands down. I wouldn’t feel regret buying a $40 Google case vs when buying a $40 Apple case.

[@Gregory077]

Would it be better to get 3xl instead for $550? Has it gotten better with the bugs ?

[@Sharky165]

I'm asking the same question 😆 I saw those refurbished Pixel 3 XLs on Amazon (64 GB for $525-550, 90-day Amazon warranty) and am debating between one of those vs a brand new 3aXL. Love the headphone jack on this thing, but ofc the 3XL has the wide-angle selfie camera, plus the flagship build, specs, and features like water resistance and wireless charging. So even though I'm leery of refurbished phones, I'm leaning in that direction because the price difference is so damn small.

[@davidmartrano1549]

I use the s10+ and my backup is the 3a XL. The s10+ cost me a g-whizz and the pixal was 4oo.oo bucks tax included. Is the s10+ 6oo.oo bucks better? Absolutely NO? Portrait shots are better on the pixal? A bold statement but very true? Sure, the s10 has all the toys but the pixal gets the job done admirably. Could I use it as my primary? Yes, absolutely?

[@nollissey]

I'm thinking is it worthy to change from my pixel 2 xl to this? After 1 year plus the battery is draining fast..

[@JMLS20]

I’m thinking of getting either a pixel 3A or iPhone 8 which would u recommend

[@chiloveradiouncut]

Pixel 3a .....I have the 3a XL... I love it.....even better than my iPhone 8 Plus

[@maxoo._]

The iphone 8 has a screen way too small the 3A will please you 👌

[@JMLS20]

@@maxoo._ yeah it probably will but I have a iPad so it be nice to have a phone sync with it

[@maxoo._]

@@JMLS20 ok so maybe try to buy an 8 Plus or even a 7 plus for larger screen 😉

[@JMLS20]

Point Of View I have a Samsung Galaxy A5 right now and it’s screen is 5.2 inches so I don’t really care what the size of the screen of my next phone

[@MuahMan]

I had to decide between this Pixel 3aXL and the year old Galaxy S9 + 256. I ended up going for the S9+ since it was $429 after originally being $999 less than a year ago. Camera is probably better on the Pixel 3aXL.

[@marcjackson6196]

Way better! My brother has the s9+ and he love my pixel more then his s9+

[@ememaz99]

Can I ask you 'bout the camera that you use to film and the lenses ?! :/

[@NoahHerman]

Yes! Lumix G7 + Panasonic 25mm f/1.7 :)

[@ememaz99]

Just one lens?!

[@NoahHerman]

@@ememaz99 Yep! That's all I really need.

[@jaden4620]

wallpaper please

[@laurarodriguez752]

You would change your XS Max for this Pixel??

[@Sharky165]

I'm mainly an Android guy at this point, but unless you're a prolific taker of still photos and/or just want out of iOS, stick with the Max. You'd be sacrificing a lot in terms of specs, build quality, and flagship features by changing to the Pixel 3aXL.

[@marcjackson6196]

I would! I think apple is behind on a lot of things like their "NEW FEATURES" that Android's have had for years. I think apple does a great job considering they get their parts from Android providers.

[@camilstoenescu]

The best value for money phone you can buy in the US. In Europe it's not so simple. The $400-450 become 450-500 euro.

[@Tomeztube]

The 3a costs 399,- euro.

[@siviter]

The advertised price in USD is always the same for Pounds and Euros but this does include tax. Not sure if that’s the case in the US? To put it into context for £399 I got a 3A and a nest home hub thrown in. A new iPhone 7 goes for £449, a XR goes for £749.

[@Sharky165]

@@siviterSales tax is always extra here in the US 😢 The states collect it individually and then proceed to waste it on "pork-barrel" projects.

[@cedricchinable9626]

Is the storage speed slow? It's on emmc?

[@maxoo._]

Yes it's confirmed...Emmc 5.1 whereas original Pixel 3s have UFS 2.1 👍 (I've got a regular Pixel 3 in just black color 😘)

[@jamescoleman5705]

What is the name of the case?

[@Sharky165]

I think it's one of the official Google cases, it's like a cloth material. Go to the Google online store and you should find and see it.

[@jamescoleman5705]

@@Sharky165 thanks

[@Sharky165]

@@jamescoleman5705 YW 😁

[@tadasruzgys1826]

Is it only for us or also available in europe? I heard that xl version is made only for us

[@dmn1000000]

It's available in Europe.

[@josharntt]

Hey man what widget is your clock widget?

[@NoahHerman]

Digital Clock Xperia

[@josharntt]

@@NoahHerman thanks

[@peterpan2575]

S8 or pixel 3a? Which gives more value to money?

[@Sharky165]

Pixel 3a makes a helluva lot more sense at this point, IMHO.

[@haripratapsingh1772]

pls ans Waht Your video editing software

[@NoahHerman]

I use Final Cut Pro X

[@Gregory077]

How much smaller is the screen compared to pixel 3 xl?

[@Sharky165]

Not much at all. Pixel 3aXL has a 6" display vs the 3 XL's 6.3" screen. The 3XL has a higher-res display, but keep in mind it has that huge notch that reduces usable space. So they're basically about the same in terms of viewing area.

[@myasin1286]

You say there's no 4k @ 60 fps but I'm sure other reviewers have said that it does but you've got to manually set it. What ever that means.

[@ackliph]

It'll do 4k @ 30 fps, 1080p @60 fps. I couldn't find a setting to go higher/faster than that.

[@myasin1286]

Travis W : ok no worries thanks for the update. I was misinformed.

[@neorich59]

Has anyone tried syncing Music from a P.C. to this phone? I've done so in the past, from iTunes, via a workaround App, but when Type C came along was unable to sync it to my Car Stereo....buying a new Car Stereo might offset the advantages of getting a budget phone when my iPhone 6s syncs like a dream...but I *am* longing to return to Android! 😉

[@anthonywilliams9415]

Cedar Point is the greatest amusement park ever!!

[@neftalimelendez4822]

Great vid bro like you content men great job keep the good work i have the iphone xr but ima pixel fan you think is worth it switch

[@RKO6192]

You'll be losing performance, you might be better waiting for the 4 and using the high trade in value you'll get for having an iPhone

[@neftalimelendez4822]

Got you thank you

[@woezacardoza5659]

What the fuck is Men? Fucking cerote

[@Kayfabe-226]

Isn't it possible to go in developer options and speed phone up?

[@rihardssokolovs1120]

It is , by setting all animations to .5x

[@Kayfabe-226]

To do reviews and also for users change the way they have been programmed to make decisions about cell phones is important...who says that glass backs are great to have when you drop them compared to sturdy plastic phone...I think the Google pixel a looks great in white and back feels good and comfortable in the hand...only reason I didn't get one is the 64 g storage and no expandability isn't good for me and 4g ram is half what I'm getting on my One Plus 6t...I'm waiting to see what Google phone comes out end of the yr because I'd really like to try one as my daily driver....

[@Kayfabe-226]

Thx

[@Sharky165]

They are great and similar to your OnePlus 6T. Former Samsung Note user here who switched to OG Pixel XL, and now I'm not sure I could leave stock or near-stock Android.

[@annusingh6470]

What about slow motion in this phone pllzz someone tell me....?

[@Lynn99757]

What's with the top n bottom notch

[@NoahHerman]

Keeping costs down lol

[@austinp1124]

Beginning of the video... where’s the word “the”?

[@NoahHerman]

I never did needed one.

[@danielricci1771]

Should I buy this phone ?

[@NoahHerman]

Yes :)

[@alipiyarachman7628]

Share your Wallpaper plis,,,,

[@motherofallemails]

but plastic *is* premium, much better than heavy glass or metal

[@rickymac54321]

No. It's not.

[@motherofallemails]

@@rickymac54321 premium cars use plastic carbon fibre body, regular cars use metal. So yes, plastic is premium.

[@xionpentagast]

@@motherofallemails your technically correct, but when it comes to phones ppl want something fragile to feel premium and spend 1k so they can turn around and put a 20 dollar plastic case on it.

[@LegendarySkypenis]

@@rickymac54321 it doesn't crack and shatter, and it's not slippery like aluminum, also aluminum scratches easy, objectively it is a better material for longevity.

[@pavankamath4112]

Does it support HD resolution in Netflix?

[@ayushbhauwala]

You gotta watch Indian KZbinrs to know🙂

[@pavankamath4112]

@@ayushbhauwala Wasn't able to find the answer in any of the Indian reviews 🙂

[@chiloveradiouncut]

Yes it does 😊

[@ajmainfaieq9036]

First comment 😁😁

[@behzad5849]

Dayummmmm soo many ads bruh

[@NoahHerman]

When I post a 10 minute + video once a month I have to take advantage 😂 esp when something like this takes like 20+ hours or prep and work

[@josharntt]

Then pay for KZbin Premium if you don't like it

[@Vedran_B]

@@NoahHerman I didn't get any ads and my adblocker is turned off on youtube 🤔

[@Jonathan_Em8]

Get KZbin premium ! XD

[@skyrunnernl]

Though at a good price point, I think the device is so ugly, with that yellow button that screams 'plastic', I'd rather buy something else.

[@xionpentagast]

Yeah but 90% of ppl buy premium phones end up putting an ugly plastic case on their phones anyway sooo, you might be different but it's either that or enter scratch city.

[@rottenshutter8379]

Can you give this me free

[@NoahHerman]

What do you expect me to say lol

[@Jonathan_Em8]

@@NoahHerman I think he expects a yes xD lol

[@Super_Gotenks]

What's the name of the clock widget you're using?

[@NoahHerman]

I think it’s called “Digital Clock Xperia”