We’ve compared Google’s new compact flagship, the Pixel 10 Pro, with its predecessor, the Pixel 9 Pro already. It’s time to do the same, but with an even older model. In this article, we’ll be comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro. So, Google’s compact flagship that was announced this month is going against the company’s large (and general) flagship from 2023.
With the Pixel 9 Pro, Google started offering a compact flagship, and the company continued that with the Pixel 10 Pro. The Pixel 8 Pro is not a compact phone at all, as its successor is basically the Pixel 9 Pro XL. So, the company changed things up a bit. In any case, we’ll first list the specs of both of these phones, and will then move to compare them across a number of different categories.
Specs
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Google Pixel 8 Pro
| Google Pixel 10 Pro | Google Pixel 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm | 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 207 grams | 213 grams |
| Display | 6.3-inch Super Actual LTPO OLED display | 6.7-inch LTPO OLED |
| Refresh rate | Smooth Display (1-120Hz) | 1-120Hz (adaptive) |
| Resolution | 2856 x 1280 | 2992 x 1344 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G5 | Google Tensor G3 |
| RAM | 16GB (LPDDR5X) | 12GB (LPDDR5X) |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB (UFS 4.0) | 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB (UFS 3.1) |
| Main camera | 50MP (f/1.68 aperture, 1/1.3-inch sensor size, 82-degree FoV) | 50MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/1.31-inch sensor size, 1.2um pixel size, dual pixel PDAF, OIS) |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV) | 48MP (f/1.7 aperture, 1/2-inch sensor size, 126-degree FoV, dual pixel PDAF) |
| Telephoto camera | N/A | N/A |
| Periscope telephoto camera | 48MP (f/2.8 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, 5x optical zoom, 22-degree FoV) | 48MP (f/2.8 aperture, 1/2.55-inch sensor size, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom) |
| Selfie camera | 42MP (f/2.2 aperture, 103-degree FoV) | 10.5MP (f/2.2 aperture, 1/3.1-inch sensor size, 1.22um pixel size, PDAF) |
| Battery size | 4.870mAh | 5,050mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired, 15W Qi2 wireless (charger not included) | 30W wired, 23W wireless (Pixel Stand), 15W wireless (Qi), 5W reverse wired (charger not included) |
| Colors | Moonstone, Jade, Porcelain, Obsidian | Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint |
Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: Design
The Google Pixel 9 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro look almost the same, but the Pixel 8 Pro does stand out. The Pixel 10 Pro’s corners are more rounded in comparison, not to mention that its backplate is completely flat. That’s not the case with the Pixel 8 Pro. Another difference is the frame. The Pixel 10 Pro has a flat frame all around, while the Pixel 8 Pro’s is slightly rounded. You’ll also notice a slightly different positioning for the front camera and the size difference, too.
The bezels around both displays are uniform and similar in terms of thickness. The power/lock and volume up and down buttons are located on the right-hand side of both smartphones. The power/lock button sits above the volume keys. If we flip the two phones around, you’ll see even more differences. Aside from the backplate itself, you’ll notice they have different camera visors back there.
The Pixel 10 Pro has a pill-shaped camera bar, while the Pixel 8 Pro’s basically tapers down towards the side frame and connects to it. Both phones do have three cameras on the back, and their camera bars do protrude quite a bit. Both phones are made out of aluminum and glass, and both of them are IP68 certified for water and dust resistance. They’re also quite slippery, actually.
When it comes to size, the Pixel 10 Pro is considerably smaller. It has a notably smaller display, and is, after all, a compact flagship, not a general flagship. That phone is 6 grams lighter as well, which is not a big difference, actually.
Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: Display
The Google Pixel 10 Pro has a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display. That display is flat, and we’re looking at an adaptive refresh rate here (1-120Hz). HDR10+ content is supported, while the device has a peak brightness of 3,300 nits. The screen-to-body ratio is around 87%, while the resolution is 2856 x 1280 pixels. The display aspect ratio is 20:9, while Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects this panel.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro, on the other hand, has a 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display. That panel is also flat, and it also has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz. HDR10+ content is supported, while the peak brightness is 2,400 nits. The screen-to-body ratio is at around 87%, while the resolution is 2992 x 1344 pixels. The display aspect ratio here is 20:9. Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects this display.
Both of these displays are really good, actually. They’re not only sharp and vivid, but the viewing angles are also really good. The blacks are quite deep on both panels, while the touch response is also good. The Pixel 10 Pro’s panel does get brighter in comparison, which is something you’ll notice, especially in direct sunlight. That panel is also a bit better when it comes to PWM dimming, but that’s about it. Chances are you’ll be happy with either display.
Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: Performance
The Google Tensor G5 is the company’s new chip. It’s a 3nm processor, and the first Tensor chip made by TSMC. It is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage inside the Pixel 10 Pro. The Google Pixel 8 Pro, on the flip side, is fueled by the Tensor G3 chip. That is a 4nm processor made by Samsung. It is paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM inside the Pixel 8 Pro, while Google used UFS 3.1 flash storage here. Neither smartphone supports storage expansion, by the way.
Both of these phones do offer good performance, but the Pixel 10 Pro does have the edge. The chip it uses is not only faster, but it also heats up less in comparison. On top of that, that UFS 4.0 flash storage does make a difference. You can see the difference in snappiness between the two phones when you’re using them on a daily basis. The Pixel 8 Pro still performs fine, but it’s visibly slower than the Pixel 10 Pro when you use them side-by-side.
What about gaming? Well, while neither of these two phones or their chips are made for gaming, the Pixel 10 Pro is definitely the better choice. We’ve noticed it does a better job with demanding games, while it also heats up notably less while you’re gaming. It’s actually a jarring difference. The Pixel 8 Pro did not have problems with overheating, but it did heat up quite a bit more during gaming.
Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: Battery
The Google Pixel 10 Pro ships with a 4,870mAh battery. The Pixel 8 Pro uses a 5,050mAh battery. Yes, the battery pack inside the Pixel 8 Pro is larger, but not by much, and that phone has a much larger display. While the Pixel 8 Pro did not offer bad battery life at all, we’re noticing that the Pixel 10 Pro is notably better in that regard. The phone took a couple of days to learn our usage patterns, but after that, it started offering really, really good battery life.
The difference in longevity is quite noticeable, actually. You’ll likely be able to get a couple of hours more of screen-on time with the Pixel 10 Pro. That was, at least, our experience. The Pixel 8 Pro really did not break records in terms of battery life, though. Still, the progress is very noticeable. Its battery capacity to screen ratio is notably higher, and there’s obviously progress with the Tensor chip and so on.
What about charging? Well, both of these phones technically support 30W wired charging. The Pixel 10 Pro also supports 15W Qi2 charging and comes with built-in magnets for it. Reverse (wireless) charging is not supported. The Pixel 8 Pro supports 23W wireless charging, but not Qi2 charging, and you’ll need a Pixel Stand in order to reach such speeds. The phone does support reverse wireless charging, though. Neither device comes with a charger in the box.
Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: Cameras
The Google Pixel 10 Pro features three cameras on the back. A 50-megapixel main camera (1/1.31-inch sensor size) is backed by a 48-megapixel ultrawide snapper (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 123-degree FoV). The third camera on the back of this phone is a 48-megapixel periscope telephoto unit (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 5x optical zoom).
The Google Pixel 8 Pro, on the other hand, has three cameras on the back as well. The main camera is a 50-megapixel unit (1/1.31-inch sensor size). There is also a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera (1/2.0-inch sensor size, 126-degree FoV) included here. The same goes for a 48-megapixel periscope telephoto camera (1/2.55-inch sensor size, 5x optical zoom).
As you can see, Google did not really improve the main or ultrawide cameras for several generations. Well, the camera performance has been improved, but not the hardware. The Pixel 10 Pro actually has a smaller ultrawide camera sensor, which is an odd more by Google, but there you have it. Still, we’re seeing better results from the Pixel 10 Pro. The images seem to offer a bit more detail, while we’ve realized the camera is more reliable in general. It also does a better job with zoom shots and in low light, too.
Audio
There are stereo speakers included on both of these phones. Both of those sets are good. They offer good loudness, and the output quality is also very good. They’re not the loudest speakers out there, but they’re loud enough.
No, there is no audio jack on either phone. You can always utilize their Type-C ports to connect your wired headphones, however. If you prefer wireless connectivity, the Pixel 10 Pro offers Bluetooth 6.0 support, while the Pixel 8 Pro supports Bluetooth 5.3.
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