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Brand | |
Operating System | Android 13.0 |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
Screen Size | 6.2 Inches |
Resolution | 1080 x 2400 |
Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Model Name | Pixel 8 |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked for All Carriers |
Cellular Technology | 5G |
About this item
- Pixel 8 is the helpful phone engineered by Google; the new Google Tensor G3 chip is custom-designed with Google AI for cutting-edge photo and video features and smarter ways to help[1]
- Unlocked Android 5G phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Google Pixel 8 has a fully upgraded camera with advanced image processing to reveal vivid colors and striking details; and now with Macro Focus, even the smallest subjects can become spectacular images
- The 6.2-inch Pixel 8 Actua display is super sharp, with rich, vivid colors; it’s fast and responsive for smoother gaming, scrolling, and moving between apps[3,4]
- Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours; when Extreme Battery Saver is turned on, it can last up to 72 hours[5]; and it charges faster than ever[6]
- Pixel 8 can notify first responders in an emergency and share your location, and can even detect if you’ve been in a severe car crash[7,8]; if you’re unable to respond, your Pixel phone can call emergency services and notify your chosen contacts
- With powerful security features, your Pixel phone helps keep your info safe; Google Tensor G3, VPN by Google One, and the Titan M2 security chip give your Pixel multiple layers of security[9]
- Switching to Pixel is easy; just connect your old phone to your new Pixel and transfer contacts, photos, messages, apps, and more in about 30 minutes[16]
- Please refer to the product description section below for all applicable legal disclaimers denoted by the bracketed numbers in the preceding bullet points (e.g., [1], [2], etc.)
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From the manufacturer
The helpful phone engineered by Google.
Meet Pixel 8. It has an amazing camera, powerful security, and an all-day battery.[5] With Google AI, you can do more, even faster than before.[1] And it has personal safety features for added peace of mind.[7]
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Tiny details. Epic photos.
Macro Focus reveals vivid color and striking contrast in even the smallest subjects.
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Photos every group can agree on.
Best Take combines similar photos into one fantastic picture where everyone looks their best.[11]
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Get way close from far away.
Super Res Zoom lets you get super sharp close-ups without an extra telephoto lens.[4]
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Video sounds even better with Audio Magic Eraser.
It reduces disruptive noises like cars and wind, and highlights the sounds you want.[12]
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Take beautifully authentic videos with Real Tone.
Real Tone represents the nuances of more skin tones accurately. So everyone feels seen.
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Switch to the phone that unlocks a world of help.
With Google AI, Pixel 8 helps you avoid unwanted calls, connect in new languages, and more.[13]
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Powerful security keeps your info safe.
Google Tensor G3 and the Titan M2 security chip add layers of security to help protect your info.
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Pixel devices just keep getting better.
They get new features and updates for 7 years, so you don’t have to keep getting a new phone.[17]
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Designed for your peace of mind.
Pixel can notify first responders in an emergency and detect if you’ve been in a car crash.[7,8]
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Pixel devices are even better together.
Easily connect your Pixel phone and earbuds, and control your Pixel Camera from your watch.[19,20]
Which Pixel is right for you?
Pixel 8 | Pixel 8 Pro | Pixel 7a |
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Display6.2" Actua display,[3] 60 to 120Hz[4] | Display6.7" Super Actua display,[3] 1 to 120Hz[4] | Display6.1" FHD+,[3] up to 90Hz[4] |
Camera10.5 MP front camera[21] - 12 MP ultrawide[21] - 50 MP wide | Camera10.5 MP front camera[21] - 48 MP ultrawide[21] - 50 MP wide - 48 MP telephoto | Camera13 MP front camera[21] - 13 MP ultrawide[21] |
Camera featuresSuper Res Zoom[4] up to 8x - Best Take[11] - Macro Focus | Camera featuresPro controls[22] - Super Res Zoom[4] up to 30x - Best Take[11] - Macro Focus | Camera featuresSuper Res Zoom[4] up to 8x |
Memory and storage8 GB RAM - 256 / 128 GB storage[23] | Memory and storage12 GB RAM - 512 / 256 / 128 GB storage[23] | Memory and storage8 GB RAM - 128 GB storage[23] |
Battery and chargingFast charging, 24-hour battery[5,6] - Wired and wireless charging | Battery and chargingFast charging, 24-hour battery[5,6] - Wired and wireless charging | Battery and chargingFast charging, 24-hour battery[5,6] - Wired and wireless charging |
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Fingerprint reader | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Battery life | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.8 |
Face recognition | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 4.0 |
Value for money | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
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display size | 6.2 inches | 6.2 inches | 6.2 inches | 6.2 inches | 6.1 inches | 7.6 inches |
memory capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 256 GB |
model name | Pixel 8 | Pixel 8 | Pixel 8 | Pixel 8 | Google Pixel 8a | Pixel Fold |
operating system | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android 13.0 | Android | Android |
connectivity tech | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
display type | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED | OLED |
battery average life | 24 hours | 24 hours | — | 24 hours | — | — |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.92 x 2.79 x 0.35 inches |
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Item Weight | 6.6 ounces |
ASIN | B0CGT6RLT7 |
Item model number | G9BQD |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
OS | Android 13.0 |
RAM | 256 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
GPS | True |
Special features | 120 Hz Refresh Rate, Wireless Charging, Fast Charging Support, Dual SIM |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
Scanner Resolution | 1080 x 2400 |
Other camera features | Rear, Front |
Form Factor | Slate |
Color | Obsidian |
Battery Power Rating | 4575 |
Whats in the box | SIM Tray Ejector, Quick Switch Adapter, 1m USB-C to USB-C cable |
Manufacturer | |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | October 4, 2023 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
Standing screen display size | 6.2 Inches |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Battery Capacity | 4575 Milliamp Hours |
Weight | 6.56 ounces |
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Meet Pixel 8, the helpful phone engineered by Google. It has an amazing camera, powerful security, and an all-day battery.[5] With Google AI, you can do more, even faster – like fix photos, screen calls, and get answers.[1,13] And it has personal safety features for added peace of mind.[7]
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Customers like the value, size and camera of the cellular phone. For example, they mention it's a great buy, has a beautiful picture and it'll fit in their hands. That said, some disagree on quality, battery life, screen, ease of use, and performance.
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Customers like the camera of the cellular phone. They say it's amazing, works great, and takes really good pictures.
"...The search functions, summarization capabilities, AI tech, etc are all great. Battery life is pretty good as well, nothing to complain about from me...." Read more
"...The sleek design, smooth performance, and intuitive user interface continue to uphold Google's reputation for delivering top-notch smartphones...." Read more
"...It does everything a modern phone needs to do: has a great camera, reasonable battery, thumbprint and face unlock, awesome display, large storage..." Read more
"...Camera is Amazing and I see why Pixels compete hand to hand with Iphone; my device basically saved our Christmas diner photo since the Iphone could..." Read more
Customers like the size of the cellular phone. For example, they mention it's compact, elegant, and fits their hands well. Some say that it fits very well in their pockets.
"...It fits very well my pockets...." Read more
"...With the YEARS of updates promised, the mid-range price, and smaller size, I believe I've made a good investment...." Read more
"...It flat out takes great pics for a base phone at this price level. I like the size...." Read more
"...The ONLY ISSUE I have at this time is the screen is a little too small, which is on me for not checking specs closer...." Read more
Customers like the value of the cellular phone. They mention it's a great buy, has a beautiful picture, and is cheap.
"Phone itself is probably the best cost to performance phone on the market...." Read more
"...Considering this thing is 1/2 the price of an iPhone (or less), it's a terrific deal. The camera is amazing. The AI features are crazy...." Read more
"...With the YEARS of updates promised, the mid-range price, and smaller size, I believe I've made a good investment...." Read more
"...Anyway, if you're looking for a cutting edge, affordable cellphone, and you don't care if you become emotionally attached to it or not, the Pixel 8..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has good size, good screen, smooth performance, and intuitive user interface. However, others say that there are serious lag issues when using certain apps and websites within, the camera feels a bit sluggish, and photos look a little grainy when you zoom in. This limitation not only hampered their ability to work efficiently, it also makes it the slowest charging phone they've ever had.
"...The sleek design, smooth performance, and intuitive user interface continue to uphold Google's reputation for delivering top-notch smartphones...." Read more
"...Now the bad parts about this phone: Chip isn't the most efficient, sometimes it even gets hot easily with minimal tasks, and even worse when using..." Read more
"...Good 5G reception on T Mobile network, fast wifi speeds...." Read more
"...This limitation not only hampered my ability to work efficiently—relying on slower data speeds in bustling metropolitan areas—but also reflected..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has a great battery life, while others say that it depletes like water in their hands.
"...Battery life is pretty good as well, nothing to complain about from me...." Read more
"...so slowly and with a horrible barrery management your battery depletes like water ins hands. Just to look at the screen You've already lost 1%...." Read more
"...Its standout feature, the battery life, has remained remarkably robust, still performing at around 90% of its original capacity after five years of..." Read more
"...If I experience the shutdowns and freezing any more than I already am, I will be returning this because it's the topping ontop of a totally average..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has a great build quality, the camera is solid, and the screen quality is very good. However, others say that it was wet and in poor condition when they received it. They also mention that the product is not a finished product and has recurring display issues.
"...but after you get the hang of the gestures and stuff, it's SUPER cohesive and fluid...." Read more
"...- Doing intensive tasks or asking much of it will get it hot. It also freezes and becomes unresponsive while doing average things like browsing..." Read more
"...Its standout feature, the battery life, has remained remarkably robust, still performing at around 90% of its original capacity after five years of..." Read more
"...Not only do I like the look, features, and quality of the Google Pixel 8, I absolutely LOVE the fact that it's a fairly small phone, as smartphones..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the cellular phone. Some mention that it's easy to use, with an intuitive user interface and convenient one-handed use. However, others say that it takes some getting used to and simple commands are difficult to resolve.
"Super smart device, has some extremely intuitive features and simplifies things for you in many ways...." Read more
"...Too bad. Want to quickly switch your phone to vibrate? There's no quick setting for that either, it's a 3 step process now....You can't get rid of..." Read more
"...The sleek design, smooth performance, and intuitive user interface continue to uphold Google's reputation for delivering top-notch smartphones...." Read more
"This smartphone feels amazing in hands and coming from a 6.55" block, it is like a day and night in weight and size. It fits very well my pockets...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the screen. Some mention that the camera is great, the display is beautiful, and considerably better than prior phones. The screen is super bright and makes for some of the best pictures. However, some say that the phone glitches, and the screen turns colors and can't see anything. The AMOLED screens have inferior contrast and suffer from PWM. The color is dull and not vivid.
"...you take it with AI to sharpen and enhance it, and it makes for some of the best pictures I've ever seen come from a smartphone...." Read more
"...Color otherwise is kind of dull, not vivid and there isn't too much options to change...." Read more
"...The enhanced visibility makes using the phone outdoors a breeze, and it's a significant upgrade from the Pixel 3a...." Read more
"...a great camera, reasonable battery, thumbprint and face unlock, awesome display, large storage capacity...." Read more
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And that camera.. WOW. The camera itself is already amazing, but they basically process it right after you take it with AI to sharpen and enhance it, and it makes for some of the best pictures I've ever seen come from a smartphone. It has this thing called the magic editor, which let's you use some AI tools to make adjustments to images, and that's absolutely mind-blowing to use.
All around an awesome phone. I DID get it on sale for about $500, but I still think if you're able to afford it, this is a great choice.
Firstly, let me express my admiration for the Pixel 3a, which has served me exceptionally well over the years. Its standout feature, the battery life, has remained remarkably robust, still performing at around 90% of its original capacity after five years of use - a testament to Google's commitment to quality.
Now, onto the Pixel 8. What immediately struck me was the stunning improvement in screen performance, especially in direct sunlight. The enhanced visibility makes using the phone outdoors a breeze, and it's a significant upgrade from the Pixel 3a.
Moreover, the overall experience with the Pixel 8 has been nothing short of delightful. The sleek design, smooth performance, and intuitive user interface continue to uphold Google's reputation for delivering top-notch smartphones.
In summary, if you're considering an upgrade, the Pixel 8 is undoubtedly worth it. Highly recommended!
I was specifically worried about the refurbished quality. Instead of rolling the dice I opted for the slightly more expensive option "like new" instead of "good". It arrived in slightly beat up packaging that might not be worthy for display on the shelf, but otherwise everything in the box was included like it was a brand new phone. Zero cosmetic damage to the screen or case body. Functions perfectly. Was unlocked like stated in the listing and I was able to change my sim card from an iphone without going in to the store.
I will update if I run into any other problems, but from now I will be more trusting of Amazon refurbished products wouldn't be afraid to buy good quality, but still feel it's risky on big purchases to go any worse than that. 1 star for face recognition because I haven't tried it yet.
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with battery life, boot up time, and general response time.
It will take a while however to train the owner