Side-by-side technical data
Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel 9
Comparison between Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 9: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Google.
The verdict
Your pick: Google Pixel 9, ahead on Performance & hardware and Connectivity. Unless Camera decides it for you.
| Category | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Performance & hardware | 7.2 | 7.6 |
| Camera | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Connectivity | 8.3 | 8.8 |
| Battery & charging | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Which one is for you?
Google Pixel 8, if you care about…
- Weight
- 187 g
- against 198 g
- Wireless charging power
- 18 W
- against 15 W
Google Pixel 9, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Peak Display Brightness
- 2,700 nits
- against 2,000 nits
- Body Thickness
- 8.5 mm
- against 8.9 mm
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 4,500
- against 3,851
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Mali-G715 MC7 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.91 GHz | 3.1 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,158,631 | 1,499,975 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 1,554 | 1,600 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 3,851 | 4,500 Best value |
| CPU Description | Nona-core CPU with one Cortex-X3 core at 2.91 GHz, four Cortex-A715 cores at 2.37 GHz, and four Cortex-A510 cores at 1.70 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 1×3.1 GHz Cortex-X4, 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A720, and 4×1.92 GHz Cortex-A520 cores. |
| Processor Type | Nine-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | — | 2,587 |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Green, Pink, Cyan, Grey, Beige | Black, White, Green, Pink, Beige |
| Body Thickness | 8.9 mm | 8.5 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Body Height | 150.5 mm | 152.8 mm |
| Weight | 187 g Best value | 198 g |
| Usable Surface | 87 % Best value | 86.1 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A |
| Repairability Class | — | B |
| Drop Test Count | — | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | A |
| Battery Capacity | 4,575 mAh | 4,700 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 27 W | 27 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | — | 49 h |
| Wireless charging power | 18 W Best value | 15 W |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | OLED | OLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,000 nits | 2,700 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.2″ | 6.3″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px | 2,424 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 428 ppi Best value | 422 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,000,000 :1 | 2,000,000 :1 Best value |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass Victus, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Hole-Punch Notch, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs Level 4, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, DCI-P3 |
Sensors
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor, Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years | 7 years |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B6, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B46, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n29, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n76, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n258, 5G NR n260, 5G NR n261 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B6, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 4G LTE B75, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n14, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n29, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n76, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79, 5G NR n258, 5G NR n260, 5G NR n261 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC Best value |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, eSIM, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 3.2, USB Host, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Satellite Connectivity, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 3.2, USB OTG, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 3.2, eSIM, Tethering, VoLTE, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Charging |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.99 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 1.4 W/kg |
Audio
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 3 | 3 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
Technical
| Specification | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | — | 899 € |
| Model numbers | GKWS6, G9BQD, GA04851-US, GZPFO, GPJ41 | G2YBB, GUR25, G1B60 |
