Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $699 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 29/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 8
Nokia 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (48/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 160g vs 187g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 39 points higher (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia 8 by 229.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 39 points (68/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.