Google Pixel 8 vs Redmi Note 8
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; estimated prices are $699 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 17/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 329,457); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't.
Google Pixel 8
Redmi Note 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 190g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 62/100)
- Cheaper: $180 vs $699
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Redmi Note 8, the Google Pixel 8 scores 33 points higher (50/100 vs 17/100). 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 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (79/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi Note 8 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Redmi Note 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $699 | $180 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Redmi Note 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Redmi Note 8 by 338.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $519. Redmi Note 8 is cheaper by $519.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (79/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (31/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi Note 8 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 33 points (50/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Redmi Note 8?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.