Both Google Pixel XL and iPhone 7 Plus possess high-performing specs and groundbreaking features. But in the long-standing battle of greatness between the two flagship smartphones of 2016, what device has the most shortcomings when it comes to software and hardware? Read more details here!

Google Pixel XL vs iPhone 7 Plus: Software Comparison

Built-in digital assistant is the trend that once started by Apple on smartphones. Siri in iPhone 7 Plus usually caters the questions by showing search results but Forbes reported that Google Assistant in Pixel XL appears to be more helpful because of the responses that are more relevant.

When it comes to operating system, iOS 10.2 in iPhone 7 Plus has become more similar to Android 7.1.1 Nougat in Google Pixel XL in many ways and it's also worth mentioning copying data from iOS to Android is now possible. Features that are present in iOS that copied from the newest version of Android are launcher shortcuts, night reading mode and multi-window or multitasking according to Android Pit.

Google Pixel XL vs iPhone 7 Plus: Hardware Comparison

Taking photos is said to be effortlessly excellent when using Google Pixel XL because it delivers output with balanced exposures and true colors through the HDR+ mode despite the lack of optical image stabilizing module. Although iPhone 7 Plus can deliver quality photos as much as the DSLR but nothing compares to Pixel XL fast and accurate autofocus camera according to Fox News.

When it comes to battery usage, Google Pixel XL has bit of an advantage because of the "Doze" mode that preserves energy when the device is on standby. For the audio accessory compatibility, iPhone 7 Plus seems to be failing because it lacks the 3.5mm audio jack unlike the Pixel XL where it is conveniently compatible to audio devices such as speakers.

Storage is important most especially when it comes to photos and this might be in Google's mind when they come up with an unlimited storage not in the device itself but in the cloud. Through Google Drive Space, Pixel XL users are able to store high-quality photos which is more advantage than iPhone 7 Plus users who get 5GB of iCloud storage for free, Phone Arena reported.