Google Pixel 4 XL vs Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 4 XL (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 14/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 824,513).
Google Pixel 4 XL
Google Pixel 8
- Overall rating 14/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 193g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 4/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Google Pixel 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 36 points higher (50/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 1/100). 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 4/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (21/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (31/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 XL | Google Pixel 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 1443431 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3040 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 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 | 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 187 g | |
| Price | — | $699 |
Google Pixel 4 XL
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3040
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4 XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Google Pixel 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 42.9% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4 XL
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (21/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (79/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (31/100 vs 4/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 36 points (50/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Google Pixel 8 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL 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 XL or the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL over the Google Pixel 8?
The Google Pixel 4 XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.