Fairphone 5 vs Google Pixel 8
The Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 47/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4200); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 108); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 5
Google Pixel 8
What makes Fairphone 5 better?
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 212g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 5 vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 21 points higher (68/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (79/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (57/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 5 | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm QCM6490 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2700 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4575 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 148 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 880 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP55 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Fairphone 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (79/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (44/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (57/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 5 or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 21 points (68/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 5 and the Google Pixel 8?
The Fairphone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 5 or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 5 over the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.