Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 35/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 187g).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 1S — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4575 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 187g

  • Longer battery life (32/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Google Pixel 8 scores 15 points higher (50/100 vs 35/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (79/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 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.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.2" OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 27W 55W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 187 g 166 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (79/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 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 Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 1S — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.