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Updated January 10, 2024·
If camera quality is paramount for you, the Google Pixel 7 Pro offers a slightly better overall camera experience, including higher photo and video quality. However, the Pixel 8 holds its own with a very decent camera package as well, at a lower price. The Pixel 7 Pro also has a larger screen size which could be better for multimedia consumption, but that makes the phone physically larger and heavier, which might not suit those who prefer more compact devices. While both phones offer good battery life, the Pixel 8 has the edge here, potentially lasting longer on a single charge. When considering these aspects alongside the cost, go for the Pixel 7 Pro if a top-tier camera and larger display are must-haves and you don't mind the higher price and larger size; choose the Pixel 8 if you want a more budget-friendly option with solid performance, better battery life, and easier one-handed use due to its smaller size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel 7 Pro
- Best in class display quality
Advantages of the Google Pixel 8
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Size
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Google Pixel 8 is 6.2 inches.
Cost
$899
$699
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$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a price of $899 and the Google Pixel 8 costs $699.
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Key similarities
Overall Camera Quality
8.4
8.4
The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 8 both have very good overall cameras quality.
The Google Pixel 7 Pro's cameras stand out with a higher rated selfie score, which is very important for those who prioritize front-facing camera quality, along with its exceptional photos resolution, dynamic range, low light performance, and versatility. In comparison, the Google Pixel 8 also offers a high-quality camera experience but with slightly lower ratings in these areas, though still delivering a very good software experience and low light performance for both photos and videos.
Photo Quality
8.5
8.5
The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 8 both have very good photos.
The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 8 both take excellent photos due to their top-tier selfie quality and advanced photo software experiences, with the Pixel 7 Pro having a 'Very Good' selfie quality and the Pixel 8 maintaining that standard.
Video Quality
7.5
7.6
The Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 7 Pro both have good videos.
The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 8 both produce very good videos, thanks to their robust video software experience—offering features like Auto HDR on the Pixel 7 Pro and Ultra HDR on the Pixel 8, and high video resolution/framerate capabilities. The Pixel 7 Pro also has the advantage in video stabilization, which can make for smoother video output, while both phones have excellent microphone quality ensuring clear audio capture.
Battery
6.7 Hours
7.3 Hours
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has 6.7 hours of battery life. The Google Pixel 8 has 7.3 hours of battery life.
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How the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Google Pixel 7 Pro | Google Pixel 8 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $699 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | |||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 13, 2022 | October 12, 2023 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.7" | 6.2" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | Yes | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 512 | 428 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | TensorG2 | TensorG3 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 8.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Super Telephoto | Main, Ultrawide | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 50 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.7 Hours | 7.3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 23 W | 18 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | Yes (5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.41" x 3.02" | 5.93" x 2.79" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.48 oz | 6.60 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 7 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | |
Color | |||
Color | Hazel, Snow, Obsidian | Rose, Hazel, Obsidian | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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Ars Technica
Ron Amadeo | October 2022
"The Pixel 7 Pro is good! The software is clean and quickly updated. The camera takes great pictures. The performance is a buttery smooth 120 fps. Those are all the reasons to buy it over anything else, especially its Android competition, where it sweeps every one of those categories."
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The Guardian
Samuel Gibbs | October 2023
"The fit, finish and feel is top notch. The phone is responsive and smooth. The battery life is decent. The main camera is excellent but the lack of an extended optical zoom is slightly disappointing, even if it has been a similar formula for Google for several years.
The 6.2in screen moves the Pixel 8 closer to the underserved market of smaller but top-end phones, of which there are only a handful to choose from. Google’s generative AI features are certainly novel, but it is the extended seven-year software support that truly sets it apart."
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About Google
Google can be considered a relatively new player in the smartphone industry, joining as late as 2016 with their phone, the Google Pixel. Since then, the Pixel lineup has undergone many changes, but it has always been characterized by a focus on photography and clean software, by providing a pure Android experience. By virtue of Google being the creator of the Android operating system, Pixels are known for receiving timely software updates and for being supported with updates for a long time. Additionally, over the past few generations of devices, Google started designing their own processors. This allowed for the implementation of unique software features that are not present in any other phone, such as automatic call screening and unique voice transcribing capabilities.
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