Google Pixel 8 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $699 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 40 Premier has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4575); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is faster in AnTuTu (1,724,757 vs 1,443,431); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4313
- Lighter: 187g vs 193g
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1724757 vs 1443431
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $699
- Better camera (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (56/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 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, both devices are on the same level — 70/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads Google Pixel 8 by 16.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 70/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.