We purchased Google’s Pixel 3 so our expert reviewer could thoroughly test and review it. Read on for our full product review.

The Pixel 3 is a compact powerhouse smartphone that packs a surprising amount of punch. It has just a single rear-facing camera in a world where two or more is the norm, and it lags behind key rivals in terms of RAM and storage, but exciting implementations of artificial intelligence and some unique design choices help the smaller of Google's two flagship phones truly stand out in what's become a crowded field.

We recently put a Pixel 3 through its paces to see how the third iteration of Google’s flagship line held up in real-world usage. Beyond the basics like connectivity and battery life, we paid special attention to AI-assisted features like the new Night Sight mode, which really puts the competition in the dark.

Design has never really been Google's strong suit when it comes to internal projects, but the third-generation Pixel phone shows a clear, if derivative, improvement over the previous model.