Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4; launch prices were $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 68/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 1,443,431); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 143).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Google Pixel 9
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 187g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Better camera (79/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4575 mAh
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Google Pixel 9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 1 points higher (69/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Google Pixel 9 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Google Pixel 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1561427 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4900 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" Actua OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2424x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | 143 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Google Pixel 8 by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Google Pixel 9 — 69/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Google Pixel 9?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.