How to Tell What Google Pixel Model You Have (3 Ways)

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| Updated on May 24, 2024
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  • How do you know what Google Pixel you have? If your phone is working fine, go to the Settings app, jump to About Phone, and tap Regulatory Labels.
  • If your model number is on hand, check out its match on the table we provided to know the model name.
  • You can also try finding it out by sight through the help of our guide below.
How to Check Your Google Pixel Model

SOLVED: Identify Your Google Pixel Model (3 Easy Ways)

  1. Launch Settings.
  2. Tap Systems. (Skip to next step if you have Android 10 and later versions)
  3. Tap About Phone to see the Model Name.
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 1 > Look for Settings on your device.
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 2 > Click Systems.
Via Model Number

If you have your model number on hand, match it with our table provided below.

Via Google Find My Device

Log in to Google Find My Device to see your Google Pixel model. Take note that this only works if you have enabled it before.

With release dates, colors, model numbers, physical features, and images provided below, you will be able to recognize the device name of your Google Pixel.

Google Pixel phones vary in specifications, from dimensions, display, camera, and design, to storage, security, and operating system. It runs on Android, and you can use Google Pay. Each phone has distinctive key features and settings.

Now you might be asking yourself, “what Google Pixel do I have?” or “what series is my Google Pixel model?” to buy accessories like phone cases, chargers, protected films, or screen protectors.

Knowing the generation of your Google Pixel is also necessary when selling or trading it in to upgrade to a new phone. In this article, you will learn ways to identify the model you own.

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1) Settings Menu: Which Google Pixel do you have?

Settings is the app commonly used when you want to customize the setup of your phone. Settings also provide specifications or information about your Pixel phone, specifically the model.

To access the app, follow the instructions.

  • Look for Settings on your device.
  • Click Systems. (Note: if your device is already running Android 10, proceed to next step.)
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 1 > Look for Settings on your device.
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 2 > Click Systems.
  • Go to About Phone.
  • Tap Regulatory Labels to identify the model.
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 3 > Go to About Phone.
What Google Pixel do I have? Step 4 > Tap Regulatory Labels to identify the model.

2) Settings Menu: How to tell which Pixel phone you have by Google Pixel model number

If you have your Google Pixel model number on hand, you can search for the number in the table below to know the model.

To check information about your phone, go to Settings and tap About phone. You will see the model, model number, Pixel serial number, IMEI number, and other information.

Model NameYear of ReleaseModel Numbers
Google Pixel 8 Pro2023GC3VE, G1MNW
Google Pixel 82023GKWS6, G9BQD, GA04851-US, GZPFO, GPJ41
Google Pixel Fold2023G9FPL
Google Pixel 7a2023GWKK3, GHL1X, G0DZQ, G82U8
Google Pixel 7 Pro2022GP4BC, GE2AE
Google Pixel 72022GVU6C, GQML3
Google Pixel 6a2022GX7AS, GB62Z, G1AZG
Google Pixel 6 Pro2021GLUOG, G8VOU
Google Pixel 6 2021GB7N6, G9S9B16
Google Pixel 52020GD1YQ, GTT9Q
Google Pixel 4a 5G2020GD1YQ, G025I
Google Pixel 4a2020G025J, GA02099
Google Pixel 4 XL2019G020P, G020, GA01181-US, GA01182-US, GA01180-US
Google Pixel 42019G020M, G020I, GA01188-US, GA01187-US, GA01189-US, GA01191-US, GA01189-US
Google Pixel 3a XL2019G020C, G020G, G020F
Google Pixel 3a2019G020A, G020E, G020B

3) What if your Google Pixel phone is locked, broken, or won't power on?

If your Google Pixel phone is locked, broken, or won’t turn on. There are other ways to find out what Google Pixel phone you have.

Go to Google Find My Device

Google Find My Device is an application that makes tracking your Android phone easy. You can also find out about the Google Pixel phone by logging in to your account in the web browser.

Log in to Your Carrier's Website

If you buy your device from a carrier like Verizon or AT&T, you will see your phone information by logging in to their website.

The best example would be logging in and navigating to My Devices or Manage Device to see the name of your Google Pixel phone and other information.

Check the Sales Receipt or Box

You might also want to check your email as carriers usually send electronic receipts.

Pull Out the SIM Card Tray

Get your SIM Ejector Pin Key or any other tool to remove the SIM Card tray containing the IMEI number. Write it down, and let IMEI.info check out the model of your Google Pixel phone for you.

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4) Last Resort: How to tell what Google Pixel you have by sight

If the methods above don’t work for you, we can help you figure out your device name through its features.

Below are the models throughout the years with released date, colors available, and distinctive features provided.

Google Pixel 8 Series

Google Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8 Pro Front Back and Side

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Released: 2023
Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint
Model Numbers: GC3VE, G1MNW

Google Pixel 8 Pro is larger than the non-pro version, with a 6.7-inch screen and triple main camera setup.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 Front Back and Side

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Released: 2023
Colors: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, Mint
Model Numbers: GKWS6, G9BQD, GA04851-US, GZPFO, GPJ41

Google Pixel 8’s is built with aluminum frame with glass front and back. It has a 6.2-inch screen and has a dual main camera.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel Fold

Google Pixel Fold

Google Pixel Fold

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Released: 2023
Colors: Porcelain, Obsidian
Model Numbers: G9FPL (US)

Google Pixel 7 Fold is the first foldable device to be released, with dimensions Unfolded: 158.7 x 139.7 x 5.8 mm, Folded: 139.7 x 79.5 x 12.1 mm. It has an aluminum frame, glass back and front and a triple rear camera.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 7 Fold

Google Pixel 7 Series

Google Pixel 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 Pro

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Released: 2022
Colors: Obsidian, Snow, Hazel
Model Numbers: GP4BC, GE2AE

Google Pixel 7 Pro is larger than the non-pro version, with dimensions 6.41 x 3.02 x 0.35. It has a visor in the back, equipping triple cameras.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7

Google Pixel 7

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Released: 2022
Colors: Obsidian, Lemongrass, Snow
Model Numbers: GVU6C, GQML3

Google Pixel 7’s exterior is made of metal, unlike older versions that are built of glass. The strip bump at the back equips two cameras on the left with flash adjacent to it.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 7

Google Pixel 6 Series

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6 Pro

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Released: 2021
Colors: Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black
Model Numbers: GLUOG, G8VOU

The dual-tone Google Pixel 6 Pro has a glass panel back and a camera bar. The side design comes with round corners and no hard edges.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6a

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Released: 2022
Colors: Chalk, Charcoal, Sage
Model Numbers: GX7AS, GB62Z, G1AZG

Google Pixel 6a looks square-ish due to its tight corners. It has dimensions 152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm, lighter than its predecessor, Google Pixel 5a.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 6

Google Pixel 6

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Released: 2021
Colors: Sorta Seafoam, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black
Model Numbers: GB7N6, G9S9B16

The Google Pixel 6 design is almost identical to the pro version. The only difference is the non-pro offers two main cameras while the latter has three.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 6

Google Pixel 5 Series

Google Pixel 5a 5G

Google Pixel 5a 5G

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Released: 2021
Colors: Mostly Black

The Google Pixel 5a 5G is built with metal and plastic – a hybrid design. It has a fingerprint scanner at the back and two cameras on the upper left with a flash.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 5a 5G

Google Pixel 5

Google Pixel 5

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Released: 2020
Colors: Just Black, Sorta Sage
Model Numbers: GD1YQ, GTT9Q

The Google Pixel 5 is formed with recycled aluminum. It is just a bit lighter than Pixel 5a 5G. Its selfie camera is also like a punch-hole cutout on the left side, making the bezels thinner with an excellent grip.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 5

Google Pixel 4 Series

Google Pixel 4a

Google Pixel 4a

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Released: 2020
Colors: Just Black, Barely Blue
Model Numbers: G025J, GA02099

Pixel 4a is built with a full matte back panel and plastic frame with glass protecting the display like Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 4 XL. It comes with the thinnest bezels and a top-mounted headphone jack.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 4a

Google Pixel 4

Google Pixel 4

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Released: 2019
Colors: Clearly White, Just Black, Oh So Orange
Model Numbers: G020M, G020I, GA01188-US, GA01187-US, GA01189-US, GA01191-US, GA01189-US

Pixel 4’s top bezel is a little more comprehensive than Pixel 5a 5G as it comprises a selfie camera at the front, more cameras, an earpiece, and a secondary speaker at the back.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 4

Google Pixel 3 Series

Google Pixel 3a XL

Google Pixel 3a XL

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Released: 2019
Colors: Just Black, Clearly White, Purple-ish
Model Numbers: G020C, G020G, G020F

Pixel 3a XL’s bottom bezel is wider than the top part. Its loudspeaker is also at the bottom.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 3a XL

Google Pixel 3 XL

Google Pixel 3 XL

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Released: 2018
Colors: Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink
Model Numbers: G013C

Unlike Pixel 2 XL, 3 XL has a thick bezel similar to the cutout above, with dual cameras and a loudspeaker.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 3 XL

Google Pixel 3

Google Pixel 3

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Released: 2018
Colors: Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink
Model Numbers: G013A

Pixel 3 has a polished aluminum frame that holds the glass in place. Its power button is on the top while the other buttons are on the right.

Trade-in Value: Google Pixel 3

Google Pixel 2 Series

Google Pixel 2 XL

Google Pixel 2 XL

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Released: 2017
Colors: Just Black, Black & White
Model Numbers: G011C

Pixel 2 XL’s form is improved over last year’s Pixel XL. The device’s frame is made of a single piece of metal that curves toward the back panel.

Trade-in Value: None

Google Pixel 2

Google Pixel 2

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Released: 2017
Colors: Kinda Blue, Just Black, Clearly White
Model Numbers: G011A

Unlike the Pixel 2 XL, this one is shorter and has more sharp corners.

Trade-in Value: None

FAQs

Do I have a Pixel or a Pixel Pro?

If you have your Pixel phone with you, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap About phone to see which Google Pixel model you have.

How do I find my Google Pixel?

Sign in to android.com/find to locate your Google Pixel. Your device will be notified, and you can check its location on the map. You can also play a sound and secure it.

How do I determine which version of Pixel OS I have?

  1. Launch the Settings app on your device.
  2. Tap System.
  3. Tap About phone or About tablet.