Google is preparing for the 2027 release of the Pixel 12 series, with new model identifiers and display specifications appearing in the GSMA IMEI database. The lineup will include the Pixel 12, Pixel 12 Pro, Pixel 12 Pro XL, and a Pixel 12 Pro Fold, according to reports from NapiDroid and OVR+. These details surfaced less than two months after the market introduction of the Pixel 11 family.
Model Identifiers for the 2027 Pixel Lineup
The GSMA database reveals the internal model numbers for the upcoming flagship series. As reported by Notebookcheck, the standard Pixel 12 is identified as GC0QU, while the Pixel 12 Pro carries the identifier GWU59. The larger Pixel 12 Pro XL is listed as G7U1Y, and the foldable Pixel 12 Pro Fold is designated as G4D5D. These identifiers are subject to change as the development process continues, but they provide the first concrete look at the four-device strategy Google intends to maintain for the next generation. Google typically refers to its devices by codenames during the development phase, though these specific identifiers have now been spotted in the IMEI database.
Google Adjusts Screen Resolution for Pixel 12 Models
The leaked data suggests Google is shifting its approach to screen technology. The Pixel 12 is expected to feature a 2400 x 1080 resolution, a slight vertical reduction from the 2424 x 1080 display found on the Pixel 11, according to OVRPlus. The Pro and Pro XL models also show a decrease in vertical pixel counts, with the Pixel 12 Pro set for 2824 x 1280 and the Pro XL for 2952 x 1344.
Industry analysis suggests these changes do not necessarily indicate a downgrade. Because Google has utilized consistent display resolutions since the Pixel 9 series, these variations likely point to the adoption of new panel types and adjusted aspect ratios. Some suggest these minor differences could even result from the way software reads the resolution.
Pixel 12 Pro Fold Technical Upgrades
The foldable model stands out for its hardware improvements. The internal screen of the Pixel 12 Pro Fold is expected to feature a resolution of 2296 x 2404 pixels. This represents a roughly 24 percent increase in pixels compared to the 2076 x 2152 resolution of the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Despite the higher pixel count, the device maintains a near-square aspect ratio. According to reports from OVR+, this indicates that Google intends to refine its existing foldable form factor rather than transitioning to the wider designs currently adopted by some competitors. This increase in pixel density is expected to provide sharper images, cleaner text, and better detail on the large surface.
Google Tests Android 18 on Pixel 12 Devices
The leaked system data indicates that Google is already testing the Pixel 12 series using the Android 18 operating system. While the company has not officially confirmed these specifications, the appearance of these devices in the GSMA database shortly after the Pixel 11 market launch points to a coordinated development cycle. Details regarding the external displays of the foldable model, as well as final pricing and additional internal hardware, remain unconfirmed.
Pixel 12 Series Release Dates and Display Specifications
When will the Pixel 12 series be officially released?
The devices are expected to debut in the summer of 2027, according to current industry tracking and reports from NapiDroid.
How does the Pixel 12 Pro Fold display compare to the previous model?
The Pixel 12 Pro Fold is expected to have a 24 percent increase in pixel count, moving to 2296 x 2404 resolution, which should result in improved sharpness and detail on the flexible screen.
Are the model numbers for the Pixel 12 series finalized?
No, the identifiers (GC0QU, GWU59, G7U1Y, and G4D5D) are based on current database leaks and may be subject to change before the official product launch.
Did you know?
Leaked system data indicates that Google is already testing the new models with the Android 18 operating system, which is also currently under development.
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