Repair parts Google Pixel 6 Pro
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The Ultimate Guide to Spare Parts for Your Google Pixel 6 Pro
Hello! If you've found your way here, it’s very likely that your Google Pixel 6 Pro is in need of a little TLC and a new part to get it back to 100%. Don't worry! you're in the right place. At iLevante.com, not only do we offer the best spare parts, but we also give you the information you need to understand exactly what's wrong with your mobile and how you can fix it. 😉
The Google Pixel 6 Pro was a game-changer for Google. With its groundbreaking design, characterised by that horizontal camera bar, and its powerful Google Tensor processor, this phone won the hearts of many. But, like any electronic device, it's not immune to the passage of time, accidental drops, or natural wear and tear. From a cracked screen to a battery that no longer performs as it used to, here we'll tell you all about the spare parts you need.
Cracked Pixel 6 Pro Screen: What Are My Options?
A clumsy drop and... crack! 😫 A broken screen. It's the most common problem and, fortunately, one with plenty of solutions. Your Pixel 6 Pro's original screen is a marvel: a 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus. When looking for a replacement, it's crucial to know the different technologies available so you can choose the one that best suits your wallet and your quality expectations.
Types of Replacement Screens for the Pixel 6 Pro
- Original or OEM Refurbished Screens: This is the crème de la crème. These are original Google screens, often recovered from other devices and restored to perfection. They offer the same image quality, vibrant colours, brightness, and touch response as your original screen. If you don't want to sacrifice any of the original experience, this is your option.
- Soft OLED Screens: This is the best aftermarket alternative. They use a flexible plastic substrate, similar to the Pixel's original technology. This makes them more resistant to impacts than other options and allows for a design without thick bezels. The colour and brightness quality is very close to the original.
- Hard OLED Screens: A more budget-friendly option. They use a rigid glass substrate. The image quality is still excellent (pure blacks and vivid colours), but they are a bit more fragile and sometimes have slightly thicker bottom bezels than Soft OLEDs.
- INCELL and TFT Screens: These are the cheapest options. INCELL technology integrates the touch panel and the LCD into a single layer, offering better quality than traditional TFTs. However, neither can match the quality of an OLED. The colours are less vibrant, blacks aren't pure (they're more of a dark grey), and battery consumption is higher. They are a functional and economic solution if you're on a very tight budget.
An important point: The Pixel 6 Pro's fingerprint sensor is under the screen. When replacing it, it's essential to transfer the original sensor to the new screen and, in many cases, you'll need to use a Google software calibration tool after installation for it to work correctly. Keep that in mind!
Battery for the Google Pixel 6 Pro: When and How to Replace It?
The Pixel 6 Pro is equipped with a generous 5003 mAh battery, model G63QN. It's designed to last all day, but over time and with countless charge cycles, its performance will decline. 🔋
How to Know if My Pixel 6 Pro's Battery is Failing?
- It drains very quickly: If you leave home with 100% and are looking for a charger by midday, that's the clearest sign.
- Unexpected shutdowns: The phone suddenly turns off, even if it still shows 20% or 30% charge.
- The battery percentage is erratic: It drops from 40% to 15% in a matter of minutes.
- Excessive overheating: It gets much hotter than usual when charging or during light use.
- Physical swelling: If you notice the back cover or the screen is peeling away or bulging, be careful! A swollen battery is dangerous and must be replaced immediately.
What Are OEM Batteries and Why Are They a Great Option?
You'll often see "OEM" batteries for sale. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. This means the battery was made by the same company that produces the original batteries for Google. Although they might not carry the Google logo, their quality, capacity, and durability are practically identical to the originals. They are a safe and reliable alternative without paying the premium for the brand name.
A Quick Guide to Replacing the Battery
Changing the Pixel 6 Pro's battery is a medium-difficulty task. It requires patience and the right tools. Here’s a summary:
- Heat and open: You'll need a heat gun or an iOpener to soften the adhesive on the back cover. Then, using suction cups and plastic picks, the cover is carefully separated.
- Access the battery: You need to remove several screws (usually T4 Torx) and disconnect the fingerprint sensor connector and the wireless charging/NFC coils.
- Remove the old battery: The battery is stuck down with adhesive. Carefully, using a bit of isopropyl alcohol to soften the glue, remove the old battery. Never use metal tools to pry the battery out!
- Install the new one: Place the new battery, reconnect all the components, and seal the phone again using frame-specific adhesive.
Back Covers for the Pixel 6 Pro: Colours and How to Replace Them
The glass back cover of the Pixel 6 Pro is elegant, but also vulnerable to cracking. If yours is broken, replacing it will restore your phone's premium look. The original colours are:
- Stormy Black
- Cloudy White
- Sorta Sunny
At iLevante.com, in addition to the original colours, you can sometimes find custom options to give your device a unique touch.
Replace Just the Glass or the Entire Housing?
Expert tip: although it's tempting to buy just the glass panel, we do not recommend it. On the Pixel 6 Pro, vital components like the wireless charging coil and the NFC antenna are attached to the rear housing. A glass-only replacement is very risky, and you could damage these functions. The safest and most professional option is to buy the complete rear housing replacement, which already includes these pre-installed components.
The replacement process is similar to that of the battery: heat, open carefully, disconnect the components attached to the old cover and transfer them to the new one if necessary, and finally, seal the phone.
Other Key Spare Parts for Your Google Pixel 6 Pro
Besides the screen and battery, other parts can fail. Here we'll talk about the most important ones.
USB-C Charging Port
Symptoms of failure: The phone won't charge, you have to wiggle the cable to make a connection (intermittent charging), or your computer doesn't recognise it.
Key information: Warning! Replacing the charging port on the Pixel 6 Pro requires microsoldering. This is not a repair for beginners. The port is soldered onto the motherboard, so we recommend that this job is carried out by a qualified technician. Interestingly, some versions of this spare part are also compatible with the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which shows they share certain components.
Rear and Front Cameras
Symptoms of failure: The camera app closes by itself, photos come out blurry (focus issues), have spots, or the image is just black.
Key information: Sometimes, the problem isn't that the camera is broken, but that the flex connector has come loose from a knock. Before buying a replacement, a technician could check this connection. If it needs changing, we stock the main camera module, the wide-angle, and the selfie camera.
Earpiece and Loudspeaker
Symptoms of failure: You can't hear people when they call you (earpiece failure), or the sound from videos and music is distorted or non-existent (bottom loudspeaker failure).
Key information: A curious detail about the Pixel 6 Pro is that it has two stereo speakers, but on the bottom, the left-hand grille is a microphone, not a speaker. Don't be alarmed if no sound comes out of there! If the sound is failing, replacing the loudspeaker module is the solution.
Power and Volume Flex Cable
Symptoms of failure: The power button doesn't respond, or the phone constantly reboots by itself. The volume buttons don't work.
Key information: This problem is usually due to wear and tear on the internal flex cable. Sometimes, a light tap on the side of the phone can make it work temporarily, which confirms a physical connection issue. The spare part is a flexible cable that connects to the motherboard.
Hardware and Software Problems: A Technician's Perspective
The Pixel 6 Pro is a great phone, but it's known for having certain "teething problems," especially related to its first-generation hardware.
The Most-Commented Hardware Issues
- Modem and Connectivity: This is perhaps the most widespread complaint. The Exynos modem integrated into the Tensor chip can have weaker signal reception than other mobiles, leading to dropped calls and higher battery consumption as it struggles to maintain a connection. Many users choose to disable 5G to improve stability and battery life.
- Overheating: The Tensor chip tends to get hot, especially with gaming, 4K video recording, or even while charging. This is not only uncomfortable but also accelerates battery degradation.
- Slow Fingerprint Sensor: The under-display optical sensor was criticised for being slow and unreliable compared to the ultrasonic sensors of its competitors. Although software updates improved it, it never became perfect.
When Software Looks Like a Hardware Fault
From a technician's point of view, it's vital to distinguish a software problem from a hardware one. On Pixel phones, which are highly dependent on their software, it's common for an update to wreak havoc. We've seen updates that:
- Break auto-rotation: The accelerometer and gyroscope are working, but the software doesn't process the data, causing the screen not to rotate.
- Disable GPS or wireless charging: A bug can cause a perfectly functional hardware component to stop responding.
- "Brick" the phone: In extreme cases, a bad update can render the phone useless, a problem sometimes confused with a total motherboard failure.
We hope this guide has been a great help. At iLevante.com, you have all these parts and spares at your disposal to bring your Google Pixel 6 Pro back to life. Let's get to it! 🛠️
