Google Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $699 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 50/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,443,431); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 140); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 8
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 18W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $699 vs $1099
- Better camera (79/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 4458
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 187g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 21/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 13 points higher (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (62/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (31/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (62/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $699 | $1099 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Google Pixel 8 by 52.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (68/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (31/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (62/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.