Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia X30

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 23/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4200); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 592,015).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 27 points (50/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Nokia X30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 33
Battery 20
Design 68
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2003
  • Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4200 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (31/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 27W
  • Lighter: 185g vs 187g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia X30, the Google Pixel 8 scores 27 points higher (50/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (79/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (31/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Nokia X30
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 1443431 592015
Geekbench Single 1722 905
Geekbench Multi 4458 2003
Display 6.2" OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 27W 33W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 13 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP67
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm
Weight 187 g 185 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
20
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia X30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
23/100 -143.8%
592015 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia X30 by 143.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Nokia X30
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (79/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (31/100 vs 20/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (68/100 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 8 or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 27 points (50/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia X30 — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.