Google Pixel Phones compatible with eSIM

When it comes to communication solutions and a cellular internet connection, the Google search engine hasn’t been far behind in the race. This company has been, along with Apple, one of the first manufacturers to support the implementation of virtual SIM cards. All Google Pixel cellular devices are compatible with eSIM since the Google Pixel 2, although we recommend you check with your local operator first.

However, if you need to know which Google Pixel cellphones already support the eSIM technology, here we’re going to tell you everything about it.

1. Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2XL

These models don’t usually work as dual-SIM phones and are characterized by:

Technical informationPixel 2Pixel 2 XL
CPUQualcomm MSM8998
Snapdragon 835
Qualcomm MSM8998
Snapdragon 835
RAM4 GB4 GB
Storage capacity64 / 128 GB64 / 128 GB
Measurements145.7 x 69.7 x 7.8 mm157.9 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
Weight143 grams175 grams
Screen5-inch pOLED display
FullHD resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels (~441 ppi density)
Gorilla Glass 5
6-inch pOLED display
QHD resolution 1440 x 2880 pixels (~538 ppi density)
Gorilla Glass 5 and Wide Color Gamut
Android versionAndroid 8.1 with Google UIAndroid 8.1 with Google UI
Back camera12.2 MP f/1.8 and 1.4μm pixels, OIS, EIS, PDAF, LDAF12.2 MP f/1.8 and 1.4μm pixels, OIS, EIS, PDAF, LDAF
Front camera8MP, 1.4μm pixels, f/2.4, fixed focus8MP, 1.4μm pixels, f/2.4, fixed focus
Battery2700 mAh3520 mAh
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, NFC and Bluetooth 5.04G LTE, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, NFC and Bluetooth 5.0
Other featuresFingerprint sensor, IP67 dust/water resistant, E-SIM, stereo speakers, Active Edge, USB-cFingerprint sensor, IP67 dust/water resistant, E-SIM, stereo speakers, Active Edge, USB-c
ColorsBlue, black and whiteBlack or black and white
Table 1: Comparison of Google Pixel 2 and 2XL models.
Source: Xataka.com

2. Google Pixel 3, 3XL, 3a, and 3a XL

Although they are quite similar to each other, their differences lie in the external screen protection and their housing materials. Let’s see this comparative chart, so you know what we’re talking about:

Technical informationGoogle Pixel 3aGoogle Pixel 3Google Pixel 3a XLGoogle Pixel 3XL
Screen5.6″ FHD+ (2220 x 1080)
gOLED 18.5:9
5.5″ FHD+ (2160 x 1080)
AMOLED 18:9
6.0″ FHD+ (2160 x 1080)
gOLED 18:9
6.3″ QHD+ (2960 x 1440)
P-OLED 18.5:9
ProcessorSnapdragon 670Snapdragon 845Snapdragon 670Snapdragon 845
RAM4 GB4 GB4 GB4 GB
Storage64 GB64 / 128 GB64 GB64 / 128 GB
Back camera12.2 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
OIS and EIS
Video 4K/30fps
12.2 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
OIS and EIS
Pixel Core
Vídeo 4K/30fps
12.2 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
OIS and EIS
Video 4K/30fps
12.2 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
OIS and EIS
Pixel Core
Vídeo 4K/30fps
Front camera8 megapixels f/2.0
1.4µm pixels
Video 1080p
8 megapixels f/2.2
8 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
Video 1080p
8 megapixels f/2.0
1.4µm pixels
Video 1080p
8 megapixels f/2.2
8 megapixels f/1.8
1.4µm pixels
Video 1080p
Battery3000 mAh
Fast charging
2915 mAh
Fast charging
Wireless charging
3700 mAh
Fast charging
3450 mAh
Fast charging
Wireless charging
Measurements and weight151.3 x 70.1 x 8.2 mm
147 grams
145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm
148 grams
160.1 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm
167 grams
158.0 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm
184 grams
SoftwareAndroid 9 PieAndroid 9 PieAndroid 9 PieAndroid 9 Pie
Other technical data3.5mm Jack
NFC
Rear fingerprint sensor
Bluetooth 5.0
GPS
USB Type-C
Active Edge
WiFi 5 (ac)
Dragon Trail
No IP
Polycarbonate shell
No Jack
NFC
Rear fingerprint sensor
Bluetooth 5.0
GPS
USB Type-C
Active Edge
WiFi 5 (ac)
Gorilla Glass
IP68 dust/water resistant
Glass Lens Cover
3.5mm Jack
NFC
Rear fingerprint sensor
Bluetooth 5.0
GPS
USB Type-C
Active Edge
WiFi 5 (ac)
Dragon Trail
No IP
Polycarbonate shell
No Jack
NFC
Rear fingerprint sensor
Bluetooth 5.0
GPS
USB Type-C
Active Edge
WiFi 5 (ac)
Gorilla Glass 5
IP68 dust/water resistant
Glass Lens Cover
Table 2: Comparison of Google Pixel 3, 3a, 3XL, and 3a XL models.
Source: Xatakamovil.com

3. Google Pixel 4, 4a, and 4 XL

These models have a common point: high-end cameras in much cheaper terminals. Look at the features:

Technical featuresGoogle Pixel 4aGoogle Pixel 4Google Pixel 4XL
ScreenOLED Full HD+
5.81-inch
OLED Full HD+
5.7-inch
Refresh rate of 90Hz
OLED Quad HD+
6.3-inch
Refresh rate of 90Hz
Measurements and weight144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm
143 grams
147.05 x 68.8 x 8.2 mm
162 grams
160.42 x 75.13 x 8.2 mm
193 grams
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 730Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Pixel Neural Core
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
Pixel Neural Core
RAM6 GB6 GB6 GB
Storage capacity128 GB64 / 128 GB64 / 128 GB
Battery3140 mAh
Fast charging 18W
2800 mAh
Fast charging 18W
3700 mAh
Fast charging 18W
CamerasMain camera: 12,2 MP f/1.7
Selfie: 8 MP f/2.0
Main camera: 12,2 MP f/1.7 + 16 MP  Zoom
Selfie: 8 MP f/2.0
Main camera: 12,2 MP f/1.7 + 16 MP  Zoom
Selfie: 8 MP f/2.0
Operating systemAndroid 10Android 10Android 10
Other details
Stereo speakers
IP68 dust/water resistant
Stereo speakers
Facial recognition
IP68 dust/water resistant
Stereo speakers
Facial recognition
Table 3: Comparison of Google Pixel 4, 4a, and 4XL models.
Source: Xatakamovil.com

4. Google Pixel 5, and Pixel 5a

The Google Pixel 5 smartphone is one of the devices that features some high-end extras. Its advanced camera, three years of updates, and an unusual size in which symmetry stands out. Other features that are included with this model are:

Technical informationGoogle Pixel 5Google Pixel 5a
Measurements and weight144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm
grams
156,2 x 73,2 x 8,8 mm
183 g
ScreenOLED
6-inch Full HD+
Symmetrical bezels
Hole in screen
Refresh rate of 90Hz
OLED 6.34 inches
2,400 x 1,080 pixels, 60 Hz, 700 nits
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 765GQualcomm Snapdragon 765G
RAM8 GB LPDDR46 GB
Internal memory128 GB UFS128 GB
Battery4080 mAh
18W
4,680 mAh, 18 W fast charge
Back camera12 MP f/1.7
16 MP f/2.2 Ultra-wide angle
OLED 6.34 inches
2,400 x 1,080 pixels, 60 Hz, 700 nits
Front Camera8 MP f/2.28 MP f/2.0, fixed focus
SoftwareAndroid 11Android 11
Other detailsAlways On Display
Rear fingerprint sensor
Double speaker
5G SA/NSA
NFC
Minijack
IP67 certification
The fingerprint sensor on the back
eSIM support
Titan M security module
Table 4: Description of the Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 5a models.
Source: Xataka.com

5. Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6a, and Pixel 6 Pro

One of the highest-quality models in this series and the one that has been very well welcomed on the market is the Google Pixel 6 line. Let’s see what makes it so unique:

Technical featuresGoogle Pixel 6Google Pixel 6aGoogle Pixel 6 Pro
Screen6.4-inch AMOLED display
Ratio 20:9
FullHD+ 2400 x 1080
Refresh rate of 90Hz
HDR10+
Gorilla Glass Victus
6.1-inch AMOLED
20:9 ratio
FullHD+ at 2400×1080
60Hz refresh rate
HDR10+
Gorilla Glass Class 3
6.71 inches
AMOLED LTPO
120Hz
1440×3120 pixels
19.5:9
Gorilla Glass Victus
ProcessorGoogle Tensor 2.8GHz
GPU Mali G78 MP10
Google Tensor
Titan M2 security co-processor
Google Tensor
Versions8GB/128GB
8GB/256GB
6 GB LPDDR5/ 128 GB UFS 3.1128 GB
256 GB
512 GB
Back camerasMain camera: 50 megapixels f/1.85 OIS
Angle: 12 megapixels f/2.2
Flash LED dual
Main: 12.2-megapixel with Dual Pixel technology, f/1.7 aperture, 77° angle of view, OIS, EIS
Ultra wide-angle: 12-megapixel, f/2.2 aperture, 114° angle of view
50 MP
48 MP
12 MP
Front Camera8 megapixels8 megapixels, f/2.0 aperture, 84° angle of view, fixed focus11.1 MP
Battery4600 mAh
Fast charging 30W
Wireless charging 21 W
Reverse wireless charging
4,410 mAh
18 W fast charging
5.000mAh
30W
SystemAndroid 12Android 12Android 12
Pixel UI
ConnectivityDual-SIM (eSIM)
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
GPS
NFC
USB Type-C
Dual SIM (eSIM)
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
GPS
NFC
USB Type-C
Dual SIM (eSIM)
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
GPS
NFC
USB Type-C
Size and weight158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 millimeters
210 grams
152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 millimeters
178 grams
163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm
210 g
Other detailsIn-display fingerprint scanners
IP68 dust/water resistant
In-display fingerprint reader
IP67 rating for dust and water resistance
Dual stereo speakers
Fingerprint reader under the screen
Titan Chip M2
Five years of updates
Table 5: Comparison of Google Pixel 6, 6a, and 6 Pro models.
Source: Xatakandroid.com

6. Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro

Finally, the new Google models launched in 2022 are the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. These phones also offer Dual SIM capabilities, with which you can use a physical SIM with an eSIM. However, they also include many updates, which you can learn more about below:

Technical informationPixel 7Pixel 7 Pro
Screen6.3-inch OLED
20:9 ratio
FHD+ resolution (1,080 x 2,400 pixels)
416 dpi
90 Hz refresh rate
Gorilla Glass Victus
6.7 inches
3120 x 1440 pixels
1500 nits
120 Hz
pOLED
Gorilla Glass 7
ProcessorGoogle Tensor G2
Titan M2 safety coprocessor
Google Tensor G2
Titan M2
Versions128/256 GB UFS 3.1128 / 256 GB
Back camerasMain: 50 megapixels, f/1.85, 82°, OIS, EIS
Wide-angle: 12 megapixels, f/2.2, 14°, EIS
50 MP OIS f/1.85, 1/1.3″, OIS
12 MP UGA, f/2.2, 1/2.9″, f/2.2, 1/2.9
48 MP Tele, f/3.5, 1/2.55″, 4.8x optical zoom, Super High Res 30x
Front Camera10.8 megapixels, f/2.2, 92.8º10.8 MP, f/2.2
Battery4,355 mAh
30 W fast charging
Wireless charging
Reverse wireless charging
5,000mAh
Wireless charging
SystemAndroid 13Android 13
Pixel Experience
ConnectivityDual SIM (SIM + eSIM)
5G
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
NFC
USB-C
Dual SIM (SIM + eSIM)
5G
WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
NFC
USB-C
Size and weight156,6 x 73,2 x 8,7 mm; 197 grams16.3 x 7.66 x 0.87 cm; 210.5 grams
Other featuresFingerprint reader under the screen, facial unlock, IP68. Dual stereo speakers and dual audioFacial recognition, fingerprint reader under the screen, dual stereo speakers, and dual SIM
Table 6: Comparison of Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro models.
Source: Xataka.com