UAE Price
AED 2,499
India Price
₹74,999
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Smartphone · Google · 2023
The Google Pixel 8 128GB is Google's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.2 inches, 91.1 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4575 mAh battery. At AED 2,499 in the UAE and ₹74,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Pixel 8 excels with its 2000-nit peak brightness OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and 7 major Android upgrades—ensuring software longevity until 2030. Its 10.5MP ultrawide camera delivers exceptional detail in low light, and the 27W wired charging hits 50% in 30 minutes. Ideal for users who prioritize clean Android software, long-term OS support, and computational photography over raw hardware specs. The 187g weight and 6.2-inch screen suit one-handed use, but thermals throttle under sustained 5G gaming, limiting performance in extended sessions. In UAE at AED 2499, it’s competitive because no other 6.2-inch flagship offers 7 Android upgrades at this price. In India at ₹74999, it’s overpriced—competing against the OnePlus 11 with 12GB RAM and 100W charging for ₹59999, making the Pixel 8’s premium software alone insufficient justification for the 25% price gap.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 4575 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min 18W wireless Reverse wireless Bypass charging |
| Battery Capacity | 4575 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP (12 MP eff.), f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm, AF |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Single | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GKWS6, G9BQD |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - GKWS6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| Dimensions | 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm (5.93 x 2.79 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 187 g (6.60 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Type | OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.2 inches, 91.1 cm2 (~85.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~428 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, Mint |
| Models | GKWS6, G9BQD, GA04851-US, GZPFO, GPJ41 |
| Price | ₹ 36,999 / $ 214.78 / £ 214.00 / € 259.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 926801 (v9), 1158631 (v10) GeekBench: 3526 (v5), 4404 (v6) GFXBench: 73fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 1446 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -26.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 11:17h |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 83h |
| Announced | 2023, October 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, October 12 |
| OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Pixel 8.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize software updates and clean Android experience over cutting-edge hardware. Google’s long-term support and AI features keep it relevant longer than most flagships.
The Google Pixel 8 128GB is priced at AED 2499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The Google Pixel 8 128GB is priced at ₹74999 in India. It is available through official Google Store channels and select authorized electronics retailers.
The Google Pixel 8 128GB camera delivers excellent photo quality with accurate colors and strong low-light performance. Its computational photography, especially in Night Sight and Portrait mode, stands out in real-world use.
The Google Pixel 8 128GB offers a full day of battery life with moderate to heavy usage. It comfortably lasts from morning until late evening with typical tasks like browsing, messaging, and camera use.
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