Google Pixel 9 vs Nokia 8
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $799 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 29/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Nokia 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 160g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Better portability (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 9 scores 40 points higher (69/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $699 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Nokia 8 by 256.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Nokia 8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (73/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (46/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (84/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 40 points (69/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nokia 8?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.