Google Pixel 8

The handset features a 6.2-inch OLED Display with 2000 nits peak brightness, 120Hz refresh rate and 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution. It runs on the Android 14 Operating System. It is powered by a Nano-core, Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) processor with 128GB internal memory, 8GB RAM / 256GB, and 8GB RAM phone memory variants.

To capture high-quality pictures and 4K videos, you can rely on a single 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide) camera for selfies and A dual camera setup at the phone’ rear end consisting of 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide) + 12 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide) lenses. Both cameras record 4K and 1080p videos. Google Pixel 8 is a real deal for modern, high-end smartphones in 2023.

It comes with Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, supports NFC, has an under the display, optical finger sensor and USB Type-C 3.2. Powering the handset is Li-Ion 4,575 mAh, non-removable battery with 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 1-50% in 30 min. You can order pre-orders for the functional model colour variants: Obsidian, Hazel and Rose.

It has a 6.2-inch Actua display, which gives you real-world clarity and is 42% brighter than Pixel 7’s display. The display features an OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak) brightness and 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~428 ppi density) resolution. This is an excellent display for an immersive user experience as you delve deep into gaming, watching video streams and endless social media engagement.

You will not have any dull moments. Protecting the impressive display is the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus (always on display).

Key Features

• RAM : 8 GB
• Internal Storage : 128GB, 256GB
• Battery : 4,575mAh
• Main camera : 50MP + 12MP
• Front camera : 10.5 MP
• Display : 6.2-inch, OLED
• Processor : Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
• Connectivity : 3G, 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi
• Colors : Obsidian, Hazel and Rose
• OS : Android 14
• NB: No local warranty
• Audio: Stereo loudspeakers for quality audio output
• Bluetooth: 3, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD
• NFC
• Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
• Positioning and Location: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
• Pixel 8, like its predecessor Pixel 6 and 7, does not support 3.5mm jack for wired headsets. Moreover, it does not support FM Radio, forcing you to rely on online radio access to follow your favourite radio shows and presenters.

Specifications

• Brand: Google
• Model: Google Pixel 8
• Announced: 4 October 2023
• Released: Later in October 2023
• Operating System: Android 14
• Chipset: Google Tensor G3 (4 nm)
• CPU Speed: Nona-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4×2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
• GPU: Immortalis-G715s MC10
• Storage: 128GB
• RAM: 8GB
• Card Slot: No
• Rear Camera: 50 MP + 12 MP
• Front Camera: 10.5 MP
• Network: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
• Sim Card: Nano-SIM and/or eSIM
• Weight: 187g
• Dimensions: 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm
• Screen Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
• Display Type: OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak)
• Display Size: 6.2 inches, 91.1 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio)
• 3.5mm jack: No
• Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
• GPS: GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
• NFC: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2
• Radio: No
• Sensor: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
• Battery: Li-Ion 4,575 mAh, non-removable
• Charging: 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 18W wireless Reverse wireless
• Colors: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose