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Spec scores £1000-£1499 Phones · 26 phones
Performance 3.3 /5
Display 4.9 /5
Rear Camera 3.4 /5
Front Camera 2.6 /5
Battery 2.7 /5

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About the Google Pixel 8 Pro

The Pixel 8 Pro is quietly becoming one of the smartest buys in the Pixel lineup heading into 2026. Two generations on from launch, it still holds up remarkably well thanks to Google's seven-year update commitment, meaning it will receive OS upgrades and security patches through at least October 2030. The triple camera system remains genuinely excellent: the 50MP main sensor, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP 5x telephoto produce images that compete with current flagships, particularly in low light where Google's processing continues to lead. The Tensor G3 chip handles every AI feature Google has added since launch, including Gemini Nano on-device processing, and 12GB of RAM keeps things running smoothly. The 6.7-inch Super Actua display still looks gorgeous with its 2,400 nits peak brightness. Battery life is solid, regularly stretching to eight hours of screen time. The one genuine weakness is charging speed, which feels slow by current standards at 30W wired. With prices now well below original retail, the Pixel 8 Pro offers a flagship camera and software experience for mid-range money, which is hard to argue with.

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Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 — Key Differences

Feature Google Pixel 8 Pro Google Pixel 8
Display 6.7" LTPO OLED, 1344x2992, 1-120Hz, 2,400 nits peak 6.2" OLED, 2400x1080, 60-120Hz, 2,000 nits peak
Chipset Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), 12 GB RAM Google Tensor G3 (4 nm), 8 GB RAM
Camera system 50MP main + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP 5x telephoto 50MP main + 12MP ultrawide, no telephoto
Selfie camera 10.5MP with autofocus 10.5MP, fixed focus
Battery 5,050 mAh, 30W wired, 23W wireless 4,575 mAh, 27W wired, 18W wireless
SIM-free price Not available From £189.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 8 Pro still worth buying in 2026?
Yes. The Pixel 8 Pro remains an excellent phone in 2026, especially at its current discounted prices. You get a flagship-quality triple camera, full access to Google's latest AI features, and nearly five more years of guaranteed software updates. The main reasons to pay more for a Pixel 9 Pro are the faster Tensor G4 chip and improved selfie camera.
How long will the Google Pixel 8 Pro receive software updates?
Google guarantees seven years of OS upgrades and security patches from its October 2023 launch. That means the Pixel 8 Pro will be supported through at least October 2030, receiving new Android versions, security updates, and Pixel Drop features.
How does the Google Pixel 8 Pro compare to the Pixel 9 Pro?
The Pixel 9 Pro upgrades to the Tensor G4 chip, increases RAM from 12GB to 16GB, adds a significantly better 42MP selfie camera, and refreshes the design with flat edges. However, the rear camera hardware is very similar, and both phones receive the same software features, making the Pixel 8 Pro a strong value alternative.
Is the Google Pixel 8 Pro camera good?
The Pixel 8 Pro has one of the best camera systems in the Pixel range. The 50MP main sensor delivers sharp, vibrant photos, the 48MP ultrawide handles wide scenes well, and the 48MP 5x telephoto produces clean zoom shots. Night Sight remains one of the best low-light modes available on any smartphone.
Does the Google Pixel 8 Pro have wireless charging?
Yes. The Pixel 8 Pro supports up to 23W wireless charging with the Pixel Stand (2nd gen) and up to 12W with standard Qi chargers. Wired charging reaches 30W, which gets you to about 50% in roughly 30 minutes.
Is the Google Pixel 8 Pro waterproof?
The Pixel 8 Pro carries an IP68 rating, meaning it survives submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for 30 minutes and is fully dust-proof. It handles rain and accidental drops in water without issue, though water resistance can diminish over time with regular use.
Should I get the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Pixel 8?
The Pixel 8 Pro's biggest advantage is the 48MP 5x telephoto camera, which the standard Pixel 8 lacks entirely. You also get a larger 6.7-inch display versus 6.2 inches, 12GB of RAM instead of 8GB for better multitasking and on-device AI, and a bigger 5,050mAh battery. The Pro starts at £264.99 SIM-free compared to £229.99 for the Pixel 8. If you can live without telephoto zoom and prefer a more compact phone, the standard Pixel 8 saves you money. Compare Google Pixel 8 deals.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Specifications

Spec Scores

£1000-£1499 Phones · 26 phones

  • Google Tensor G3
  • Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
This phone
66%
Avg
85%
Best
100%
This phone
66%
Avg
44%
Best
100%

Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.

  • 6.7 inches
  • 1344 x 2992 pixels
  • LTPO, 120Hz, 2400 nits peak
This phone
97%
Avg
88%
Best
100%
This phone
97%
Avg
60%
Best
100%

Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.

  • Single camera setup
  • 50 MP main camera
  • 4K video recording
This phone
68%
Avg
73%
Best
90%
This phone
68%
Avg
39%
Best
90%

Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.

  • 10 MP front camera
  • 4K selfie video
This phone
51%
Avg
63%
Best
92%
This phone
51%
Avg
54%
Best
92%

Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.

  • 5,050 mAh
  • 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min
This phone
54%
Avg
70%
Best
100%
This phone
54%
Avg
52%
Best
100%

Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.

General

Dimensions

162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8

Weight

213 g

SIM

Nano-SIM + eSIM

Operating System

Android 14, up to 16

Radio

No

Body

Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint

Camera

Primary Camera Megapixels

50

Primary Camera Video

4K@30/60fs, 1080@24/30/60/120/240fs; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR

Third Camera

50 , f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 , f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 , f/2.0, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF

Selfie Camera Features

HDR, panorama

Primary Selfie Camera

10.5 , f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm, PDAF

Video Resolution

2160

Selfie Video Resolution

4K@24/30/60fs, 1080@30/60fs

Display

Type

LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (HBM), 2400 nits (peak)

Display Size

6.7

Display Resolution

1344 x 2992 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~489 ppi density)

Display Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

CPU & Memory

Chipset

Google Tensor G3

GPU

Immortalis-G715s MC10

CPU

Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)

Memory Card Slot

No

Internal Storage

Sound

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

3.5mm Jack

No

Connectivity & Data

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G

HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100

4G

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - G1MNW

5G

1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G1MNW

Network Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G

Network Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth

5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD

USB

USB Type-C 3.2

NFC

Yes

GPS

GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)

Battery

Battery

5050

Charging

30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min 23W wireless Reverse wireless Bypass charging

Other

Sensors

Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature)