If you prioritize camera quality, the Google Pixel 8 stands out with slightly higher overall photography and videography performance, which also extends to its main and selfie cameras. However, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE offers a telephoto camera with a specific focal length, which the Pixel 8 doesn't have, providing an advantage for zoomed-in shots. Screen-wise, both phones have OLED displays, but the Galaxy S21 FE has a marginally larger screen, which might offer a more immersive viewing experience, albeit with a slightly lower pixel density compared to the Pixel 8. Both are on par regarding high refresh rates and HDR features, and they share a similar battery life, but the Pixel 8 edges out slightly in battery endurance. The Google Pixel 8 is also a newer release, which could mean more updated hardware and longer support down the line. Lastly, the S21 FE's back is made of plastic compared to the glass back of the Pixel 8, which may influence durability and design preference. Both run Android and have similar storage capacities. Choose the Google Pixel 8 if camera quality and a more recent model are your priorities, with a slight advantage in display density and battery life, or opt for the Galaxy S21 FE for a larger display and telephoto camera capabilities. Give Feedback
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Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S21 FE |
GENERAL | |||
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Price | |||
$600 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | ||
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 12, 2023 | January 29, 2022 |
SCREEN | |||
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Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.2" | 6.4" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 428 | 401 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
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Processor | |||
Processor | TensorG3 | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
CAMERA | |||
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Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 8.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 12 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
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Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.3 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 4575 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 18 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | Yes (4.5 watts) |
PHYSICAL | |||
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Size | |||
Size | 5.93" x 2.79" | 6.13" x 2.93" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.60 oz | 6.24 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Plastic | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
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Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 7 | 6 | |
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)41, 66, 71, 260, 261 |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
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Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes (Except Verizon Models) | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Rose, Hazel, Obsidian | Graphite, Lavender, Olive, White, Navy Blue | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | No | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |