Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $999 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 29/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,499,601 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 199g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Nokia 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1499601 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1880 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5100 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (56/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 160g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 43 points higher (72/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (88/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 1499601 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $699 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro leads Nokia 8 by 242.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Nokia 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (73/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (88/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (84/100 vs 54/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 43 points (72/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (73/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.