Google Pixel 8
Smartphones

Pixel 8

Google

Released Oct 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 6, 2026

Compact smartphone with 7 years OS support, 4+ hours screen-on battery, and excellent build quality with good sound. The Google Pixel 8 scores 83/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the smartphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcmag, Cnet, Droid-life, and Dxomark.

Critic Score

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83

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • 7 years OS support(2)
  • Compact(2)

Cons

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4 Expert Reviews

90
Oct 11, 2023

The Pixel 8 offers similar performance and functionality as the larger Pixel 8 Pro, but costs $300 less, making it the midrange Android phone to beat.

85
Oct 11, 2023

The Google Pixel 8 is unlike any other phone you can buy today.

78
Oct 17, 2023

The Pixel 8 offers a great compact experience with excellent display, battery life, and AI features, but its intentionally limited camera and high price make it hard to recommend over the Pro model.

78

The Google Pixel 8 offers excellent video and camera performance that matches some current flagships, with very good screen readability and outstanding color rendering.