Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 was officially released globally on October 12, 2023. The phone was not officially launched in Pakistan, but it is available through importers. Please note this phone is currently not PTA Approved, so buyers will need to register it and pay the applicable PTA tax to use it on local networks. Price depends on condition & variant:

8GB + 128GB — PKR 85,000

8GB + 256GB — PKR 96,000

Google Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP dual rear camera system, a 10.5MP ultrawide selfie camera, and a 4575mAh battery. It runs Android 14, upgradeable to Android 16 with up to 7 major OS updates, and is available in Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, and Mint colors.

Display

• 6.2-inch OLED display
• 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and animations
• HDR10+ support
• Up to 1400 nits HBM brightness
• Up to 2000 nits peak brightness
• 1080 × 2400 pixels resolution
• Compact size that is easy to use with one hand
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection
• Designed for sharp images, smooth animations, video streaming, gaming, and everyday use

Processor

• Google Tensor G3 chipset
• 4nm fabrication process
• Nona-core (9-core) CPU
• 1 × Cortex-X3 core up to 2.91GHz
• 4 × Cortex-A715 cores up to 2.37GHz
• 4 × Cortex-A510 cores up to 1.70GHz
• Mali-G715 MP7 GPU
• Designed for flagship-level everyday performance
• Suitable for multitasking, gaming, photography, video editing, and demanding applications
• Google's Tensor platform is tuned for advanced AI and computational photography features
• AnTuTu score of around 926,801

RAM & Storage

• 8GB RAM
• 128GB internal storage in the base variant
• 256GB internal storage in the higher variant
• UFS 3.1 storage
• No dedicated microSD card slot
• Fast internal storage helps with app loading and multitasking
• Suitable for storing photos, videos, applications, games, and other files

Camera

• 50MP primary wide rear camera
• f/1.7 aperture
• 25mm focal length
• Dual Pixel PDAF autofocus
• Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
• 12MP ultrawide rear camera
• 126-degree field of view
• Autofocus on ultrawide lens
• Laser autofocus
• Dual-LED flash
• Pixel Shift technology
• Ultra HDR
• Panorama mode
• Best Take feature for perfect group photos
• 4K video recording at 24fps, 30fps, and 60fps
• 1080p video recording at 30fps, 60fps, 120fps, and 240fps
• Gyro-EIS and OIS for improved video stabilization
• 10-bit HDR video support
• 10.5MP front-facing ultrawide selfie camera
• 4K selfie video recording at 24fps, 30fps, and 60fps
• 1080p selfie video recording at 30fps and 60fps
• Suitable for photography, portraits, selfies, video calls, and content creation

Battery

• 4575mAh Li-Ion battery
• 27W wired charging support
• USB Power Delivery 3.0 with PPS
• Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a compatible charger
• 18W wireless charging support
• Reverse wireless charging
• Bypass charging support
• Designed to provide reliable battery backup for everyday use
• Suitable for browsing, social media, video streaming, photography, and regular multitasking

Software

• Android 14 operating system at launch
• Upgradeable to Android 16
• Support for up to 7 major Android OS updates
• Clean and near-stock Android experience
• Google Pixel-exclusive AI software features
• Optimized for everyday applications and multitasking
• Regular software and security improvements
• One of the longest software support commitments in its class
• Designed to provide a smooth and simple Android experience

SIM & Connectivity

• Nano-SIM + eSIM support
• 5G connectivity
• 4G LTE
• 3G HSPA
• 2G GSM
• Wi-Fi 7 support
• Tri-band Wi-Fi
• Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth 5.3
• aptX HD support
• GPS with multiple satellite positioning systems
• GLONASS
• Galileo
• QZSS
• NFC support
• USB Type-C 3.2
• No FM radio
• No 3.5mm headphone jack

Design & Build

• Dimensions: 150.5 × 70.8 × 8.9 mm
• Weight: 187g
• Glass front with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
• Glass back with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
• Aluminum frame
• Premium flagship-style design
• Compact and lightweight for comfortable one-handed use
• IP68 dust and water resistance
• Can withstand immersion in water up to 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes under specified conditions
• Under-display optical fingerprint scanner
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Proximity sensor
• Compass
• Barometer
• Stereo speakers
• Available in Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, and Mint colors

Bottom Line

The Google Pixel 8 remains a strong choice for users who want a compact flagship smartphone with excellent cameras, a clean Android experience, class-leading software support, and premium build quality. Its Google Tensor G3 processor delivers reliable performance for everyday use, multitasking, photography, gaming, and AI-powered features. With up to 7 years of major updates, it stays future-proof for years, though its 27W charging and 4575mAh battery are areas where some rivals do better.