GOOGLE PIXEL 3 LITE AND PIXEL 3 LITE XL RENDERS LEAKED WITH SNAPDRAGON 710, 6-INCH DISPLAY NO NOTCH

While Google is busy in resolving some of the noted issues on the Pixel 3 ₹ 61,499 and Pixel 3 XL ₹ 77,979, the rumour mill is abuzz with the Pixel 3 Lite that could emerge as the most affordable model in the new Pixel family. But ahead of any official confirmation around the Pixel 3 Lite, some renders showing the Pixel 3 Lite XL that could be a larger variant of the unannounced Pixel model has now surfaced on the Web. The renders show that the new model will come with the aesthetics of the Pixel 3 XL, albeit with the lack of a display notch design. The smartphone is also compared with the Pixel 3 Lite.


The CAD-based renders, courtesy OnLeaks, show that the Pixel 3 Lite XL will have a dual-tone finish at the back – matching the design of the Pixel 3 models. The smartphone also appears to have a bigger build than the Pixel 3 Lite. Unlike the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, the Pixel 3 Lite XL is found to have a 3.5mm headphone jack. This seems similar to the Pixel 3 Lite that is so far rumoured to have the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL renders


Google, Pixel 3 Lite XL, & Pixel 3 Lite, Renders Leaked, with Snapdragon 710, 6-inch Display, No Notch

The Google Pixel 3 Lite siblings will share similar design aesthetics with the Pixel 3 duo. Not only do you get a bezel-less fascia up front (though the Pixel 3 XL comes with a display notch), but a dual-tone finish on the rear as well. But it’s only when you look closely, you’ll notice key differences.

Firstly, the display isn’t edge-to-edge and there are noticeable bezels on the left and right sides. There are bezels on top and bottom of the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL as well, and unlike the stereo speakers in the case of the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, there’s only one speaker which doubles up as an earpiece. Instead of dual selfie cameras, the Pixel 3 Lite and its larger brother feature a single selfie snapper. Interestingly, while the Alphabet-owned company has ditched the 3.5mm interface on the Pixel 3 smartphones, you’ll find that on its affordable variants, present on the top.



As far as the other ports and buttons are concerned, the Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL sport volume rocker and the power switch on the right spine. The ejectable SIM tray is available on the left. At the base, the USB Type-C port can be found, sandwiched by speaker grilles (though it remains to be seen if they form a stereo setup or are there for aesthetic purposes).

Google, Pixel 3 Lite XL, & Pixel 3 Lite, Renders Leaked, with Snapdragon 710, 6-inch Display, No Notch

At the back, the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL, unsurprisingly, continue with a single snapper present alongside a dual-tone LED flash. Below the glass finish, there’s a circular fingerprint reader. Google’s logo can be found further below. Sadly, the rear-facing camera seems to have a significant protrusion from the body.

Another difference between the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL (review) when compared with the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL is the fact that the latter feature a polycarbonate construction instead of glass build. Similar to their expensive siblings, the new smartphones will be launched in black and white hues, with the white option sporting the power button in neon green colour.

Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL rumoured specifications
Google, Pixel 3 Lite XL, & Pixel 3 Lite, Renders Leaked, with Snapdragon 710, 6-inch Display, No Notch

We can also confirm that the Pixel 3 Lite will be built around roughly a 5.5-inch display… same as Pixel 3’s screen size. The smartphone measures 151.3 x 70.1 mm. The Pixel 3 Lite XL on the other hand, will flaunt roughly a 6-inch panel (vs 6.3-inch screen on the Pixel 3 XL). In terms of dimensions, the XL model measures 160 x 76.1mm. Both phones will feature a thickness of 8.2mm, which increases to 9mm when the rear camera bump is included. Both smartphones will bear full HD+ resolution with an aspect ratio of 18.5:9.

While we don’t have any confirmation on the remaining specs, earlier leaks have suggested that the Google Pixel 3 Lite will draw power from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 670 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM. Codenamed Sargo, the phone will sport a 12-megapixel shooter on the back and an 8MP snapper for selfies. The storage capacity of the phone is rated at 32GB, though we can expect a higher-priced model with 64GB storage option as well. A 2,915mAh battery will fuel the entire package. The device is said to boot Android 9.0 Pie out of the box.



Google, Pixel 3 Lite XL, & Pixel 3 Lite, Renders Leaked, with Snapdragon 710, 6-inch Display, No Notch

Considering the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL aren’t much different in terms of specs, we can expect the brand to follow the same ideology for the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL. So apart from a beefier battery, the rest of the specifications of the larger sibling can remain the same (although some reports suggest the device will feature SD710 SoC under the hood).

Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL expected price and availability
Google, Pixel 3 Lite XL, & Pixel 3 Lite, Renders Leaked, with Snapdragon 710, 6-inch Display, No Notch

Sadly, there’s no information as to when we can expect the Google Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 Lite XL. One thing is sure however, that the Mountain View giant is targeting the upper mid-range price bracket as well with its forthcoming lighter variants of the Pixel 3.