We already know pretty much everything there is on the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, and now, all those leaks and rumors have been confirmed as Google has officially unveiled the duo.

The new Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are powered by the new Tensor G3 chipset based on Samsung’s 4nm process. It’s a powerful 9-core processor that consists of one Core-X3 prime core, four Cortex-A715, and four Cortex-A510.

For the Pro model, you’re getting 12GB of RAM, while the vanilla tops out at 8GB.

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Being the fancier model, the Pixel 8 Pro also boasts a bigger 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO screen with 120Hz refresh rate, high 2,400 nits peak brightness, and protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It also has a larger 5,050mAh battery with faster 30W wired charging and 23W wireless charging.

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Meanwhile, the vanilla Pixel 8 has a smaller 6.2-inch FHD+ screen and 4,575mAh battery, but that means it’s thinner and lighter, perfect for those who want a compact device. Albeit the charging is slightly slower at 27W.

For the cameras, the Pro has a 50-megapixel octa-PD main camera with OIS, joined by a sharp 48-megapixel quad-PD ultra-wide, and a new 48-megapixel quad-PD 5x zoom telephoto.

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The Pro also has a skin temperature sensor next to the cameras, which the vanilla lacks.

Speaking of the Pixel 8, it has a 50-megapixel octa-PD main camera that can do 8x Super-Res digital zoom, joined by a 12-megapixel ultra-wide/macro lens and a 10.5-megapixel selfie camera.

Being a Pixel phone, the series will have special photography features like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Best Take, and Macro Focus. There’s also a Pro Controls feature, but it is exclusive to the Pro.

Both phones will come with a free VPN by Google One and, since it’s from the Android makers themselves, will receive 7 years of OS upgrades and security patches — that’s the longest support on any smartphone.

The Google Pixel 8 has a starting price of USD699 (~Php39,600) while the Pixel 8 Pro costs USD999 (~Php56,600). The former will come with a free Pixel Buds Pro while the latter will ship with a free Pixel Watch 2 in Europe and the US. Those who will get them in India will only get a 50% discount on the said accessories.

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Google Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8 Pro Specs

  • Android 14 with 7 years of OS and security updates
  • Dual SIM, Dual standby
  • 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, 2992 x 1344 pixel resolution, 489ppi
  • 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 2400-nits peak brightness
  • Always-On Display (AOD)
  • Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (front and back), aluminum frame
  • 3.0GHz Google Tensor G3 9-core processor
  • 12GB RAM
  • IMG G715 MC10 GPU
  • 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 3.1 internal storage, non-expandable
  • 10.5-megapixel front camera
  • 50-megapixel (f/1.7, octa-PD, OIS) + 48-megapixel (ultra-wide/macro, quad-PD) + 48-megapixel (5x telephoto, OIS, quad-PD) rear cameras, dual-LED flash
  • IP68 dust and water resistant
  • Under-display fingerprint scanner
  • Skin temperature sensor
  • Stereo speakers
  • No headphone jack
  • HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G
  • WiFi 7, tri-band
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • dual-band GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
  • NFC
  • Ultrawide-band
  • USB-C
  • Dimensions: 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8mm
  • Weight: 213g
  • Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay
  • 5,050mAh non-removable battery, 30W wired, 23W wireless, reverse wireless charging
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Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 Specs

  • Android 14 with 7 years of OS and security updates
  • Dual SIM, Dual standby
  • 6.2-inch OLED display, 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution, 428ppi
  • 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 2400-nits peak brightness
  • Always-On Display (AOD)
  • Corning Gorilla Glass Victus (front and back), aluminum frame
  • 3.0GHz Google Tensor G3 9-core processor
  • 8GB RAM
  • IMG G715 MC10 GPU
  • 128GB/256GB/ 1TB UFS 3.1 internal storage, non-expandable
  • 10.5-megapixel front camera
  • 50-megapixel (f/1.7, octa-PD, OIS) + 12-megapixel (ultra-wide/macro) rear cameras, dual-LED flash
  • IP68 dust and water resistant
  • Under-display fingerprint scanner
  • Stereo speakers
  • No headphone jack
  • HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G
  • WiFi 7, tri-band
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • dual-band GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
  • NFC
  • Ultrawide-band
  • USB-C
  • Dimensions: 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9mm
  • Weight: 187g
  • Colors: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose
  • 4,575mAh non-removable battery, 27W wired, 18W wireless, reverse wireless charging

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