Google Pixel 8 vs Poco F8
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 68/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4575); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Poco F8
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 205g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 6 points higher (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 Poco F8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Google Pixel 8 by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Poco F8 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (79/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Poco F8?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.