The Pixel 6 is the very latest model from Google and only costs $600, which is an incredible bargain. There are plenty of inexpensive phones on the market and coming in under $600 isn't difficult, but often that means sacrificing some of the top features that are standard on flagship smartphones. Even Google's own Pixel 4a has concessions.

The Pixel has always offered good value, providing a pure Android experience with snappy performance even in its budget A-series models. Since much of the Pixel's impressive photo quality comes via Google's computational photography, and it is the developer of Android, the phones can get by on minimal hardware. Last year's budget Pixel 4a was equal to the Pixel 5 in terms of processor and camera hardware, differing primarily in build quality, battery, and screen specifications.

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Google always offers good value with its Pixel phones and that is more true than ever with the Pixel 6. At $599, it matches the top-of-the-line Pixel 6 Pro in many ways and offers flagship speed, battery life, and build quality. The main and ultra-wide cameras are identical to the Pixel 6 Pro and it uses the same Google Tensor processor with enhanced machine learning which benefits every aspect of usage, including instant translation of messages and even audio from videos. Advanced image processing, such as erasing photobombers from a picture with Magic Eraser, as well as Face Unblur that removes blur caused by motion, is handled on the Pixel 6 with the power of the Tensor chip. Of course, all of the special processing that Pixel phones have enjoyed for the last several years becomes faster and better with the Pixel 6, including Night Sight, Dual exposure controls, and Super Res Zoom.

Pixel 6: Quality On A Budget

Google Pixel 6 colors

Compared to other low-cost phones, the Pixel 6 offers over 24 hours of battery life, quick charging to 50-percent in about 30 minutes, and wireless charging at up to 21 watts when using the Pixel Stand. The warranty is for one year, but security updates will continue for five years, among the longest periods of support for any Android phone. The device is built to last with Gorilla Glass Victus protecting the screen and Gorilla Glass 6 on the back with an alloy frame. Dust and water resistance is also at a flagship-level quality with a rating of IP68.

Google's Pixel 6 supports Sub-6 5G capability, which isn't the fastest form but the most widespread variety. The built-in Titan M2 chip keeps user files and passwords locked up from unauthorized access. A generous 6.4-inch screen refreshes 90 times per second for smooth scrolling and easy viewing. With HDR support and one-million to one contrast and always-on display capability, it really is a strong challenger to many top-of-the-line devices, even its larger Pixel 6 Pro sibling. Google's Pixel 6 is one of the greatest values on the market right now and absolutely the best phone available for under $600.

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