The Google Pixel 8 Pro, launched in October 2024, is Google’s flagship phone that brings several notable upgrades in design, performance, and software experience.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.7-inch Quad HD+ LTPO AMOLED, with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate and up to 2,400 nits of brightness. The screen is flat, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
- Processor: Powered by Google’s in-house Tensor G3 chipset, based on Samsung’s 4nm process, paired with 12GB RAM.
- Storage: Up to 256GB (non-expandable).
- Battery: 5050mAh with 30W wired and 23W wireless charging support, providing a full day of use under normal conditions.
- Operating System: Ships with Android 14 and is promised 7 years of software and security updates, making it future-proof till 2030.
- Camera: Triple rear camera setup:
- 50MP primary sensor with OIS
- 48MP ultra-wide sensor
- 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and up to 30x digital zoom
- 10.5MP front camera for selfies.
The camera’s AI tools like Magic Editor, Best Take, and AI photo editing features allow you to modify images and enhance the experience significantly.
Design & Build:
The Pixel 8 Pro has a minimalistic, premium design with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back and an aluminum frame. It is available in Obsidian and Bay colors in India. It also boasts IP68 certification, making it dust and water-resistant for up to 30 minutes in 1.5 meters of water.
User Interface & Experience:
The stock Android 14 experience is smooth, with no bloatware, and Google’s Pixel UI offers seamless integration with AI features such as Call Screening and AI content summarization. However, it lacks some of the customizability found in other Android skins. The Tensor G3 chipset enhances AI-driven tasks but can get warm during extended gaming sessions. The in-display fingerprint sensor and face unlock provide secure access.
USP:
- 7 years of updates, far outpacing most competitors.
- AI-powered features like photo editing tools and image enhancement.
- Flagship-level camera performance, particularly in low-light and motion photography.
Price in India:
The Google Pixel 8 Pro starts at around ₹1,06,000, which positions it in the premium segment alongside other flagship phones like the iPhone 15 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Market Reviews:
The Pixel 8 Pro has been praised for its camera quality, software experience, and long-term software support, but the high price and device heating during gaming have been noted as drawbacks.