Google Pixel 4 vs Google Pixel 8

The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 15/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 862,803); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 187g).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 35 points (50/100 vs 15/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Performance 2
Display 50
Camera 6
Battery 0
Design 97
Value for money 55
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 187g

  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 862803
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4575 vs 2800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (31/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 35 points higher (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (21/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (79/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 4: The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use.
Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 4 Google Pixel 8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Google Tensor G3
AnTuTu 862803 1443431
Geekbench Single 968 1722
Geekbench Multi 2731 4458
Display 5.7" P-OLED 6.2" OLED
Resolution 1080x2280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2800 mAh 4575 mAh
Charging 18W 27W
Wireless charging 0W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm
Weight 162 g 187 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
6
camera
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
  • 5.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2280
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
  • 2800 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
15/100
862803 AnTuTu
Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100 +40.2%
1443431 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Google Pixel 4 by 40.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 4
Price unknown
Google Pixel 8
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (21/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (79/100 vs 6/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (31/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 66/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 35 points (50/100 vs 15/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 6/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 over the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 4 is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.