Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB) vs Google Pixel XL (128GB)

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Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 8 vs Google Pixel XL phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/24/2024 7:14 PM, updated: 6/6/2025 6:30 PM

Compare Google Pixel XL X Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB) 26Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.2"
OLED

1080x2400

50
MP

10.5mp

8GB
RAM

Nona-core

4575
mAh

(Non removable)

06Points Google Pixel XL (128GB) Compare Google Pixel 8 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
AMOLED

1440x2560

12.3
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3450
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

26 Advantages Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	vs	6 Advantages Google Pixel XL (128GB)
+2.91GHz 64bit Nona-core (4nm)61% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core (14nm)
+8GB LPDDR5X100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	4GB LPDDR4
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	UFS 2.0
+HDR10+Advantage The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details	vs	Not supported
+120Hz100% The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.	vs	60Hz
+6.2"13% Larger screen	vs	5.5"
+(dual camera) 50MP + 12MP4 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 12.3MP
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+1/1.31" inches76% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/2.3" inches
+f/1.7 (aperture)18% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.0 (aperture)
+(front) 10.5MP31% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 8MP
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 16Advantage Android 16 is newer and safer	vs	Android 10
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	4G LTE-A
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps4 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE-A) 650 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4575 mAh33% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3450 mAh
+27W50% More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	18W
+Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)Advantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+Stereo soundAdvantage Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls	vs	Mono sound (not stereo)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.2 + A2DP
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)
128GB (101GB available)	vs	+128GB (114GB available)13% More internal storage for applications and files
187 grams (6.55 ounces)	vs	+168 grams (5.88 ounces)11% Lighter
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	vs	+8.58 millimeters (0.34 inches)4% Thinner
1080x2400 pixels	vs	+1440x2560 pixels42% Higher resolution screen
424 PPI	vs	+534 PPI26% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores

27 Common items in both devices

Aluminum frame, glass front/back

OLED / AMOLED

16 million

Dual-LED flash

Only digital zoom

LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus

BSI sensor

+20 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Pixel XL (128GB)
Other model names	Google Pixel 8 G9BQD	Verizon HTC Pixel XL, G-2PW2100, G-2PW2200, HTC Marlin
Country or region available	Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	Google	Google
Release date	10/12/2023, Announced: 10/4/2023	10/20/2016, Announced: 10/4/2016
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	8.58 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	70.8 x 150.5 millimeters (2.79 x 5.93 in)	75.7 x 154.7 millimeters (2.98 x 6.09 in)
Weight	187 grams (6.55 ounces)	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)
📲 Display
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Display type	OLED	AMOLED
Screen size	6.2" inches	5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~87.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~71.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	1440x2560 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	424 PPI	534 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus	Gorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	2000nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
System version	Android 14	Android 7.1 Nougat
Firmware update	Android 16	Android 10
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Chipset	64bit: Google Tensor G3 (4nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 (MSM8996AB) (14nm)
CPU	Nona-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.91GHz ARM Cortex-X3 (Single-core) 4x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A715 (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (890MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 530 (624MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 926910 (v9), 1159143 (v10) Geekbench: 3526 (v5), 4404 (v6) GFXBench: 73fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	Basemark OS II: 2281 (v2)
💽 Memory and storage
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
RAM memory	8GB LPDDR5X	4GB LPDDR4
Internal storage	128GB (101GB available) UFS 3.1	128GB (114GB available) UFS 2.0
External storage	Not supported	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3000/1024 Mbps	650/75 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Global version: UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 America version: UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 46, 48) VoLTE	LTE Cat11 Global version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41) America version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30) TD-LTE 2500 (41)
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 46, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 50 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2126°1/2.9"1.25µmAF	12.3 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8160x6120 pixels	4048x3036 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.7 (aperture)	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	25mm (lens)	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/1.31" inches	1/2.3" inches
Pixel size	1.2µm pixel	1.55µm pixel
Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	4K@24/30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120/240fps HDR10+ Slow motion	4K@30fps 1080p@30/60fps 1080p@120fps (slow motion) 720p@240fps (slow motion)
📸 Front camera
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Front camera (secondary)	10.5 megapixels	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4320x2432 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	20mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.1" inches	1/3.2" inches
Pixel size	1.22µm pixel	1.4µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	3 microphones	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.3 + A2DP/LE	4.2 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	4575 mAh	3450 mAh
Charger, watts	27W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0	18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging USB Power Delivery 1.0
Inductive / wireless charging	18W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC) Reverse wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	32 hours (1.3 days)
Standby	feature not registered	552 hours (23 days)
➕ Other features
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, Mint	• Colors: Black, Silver, Blue • Google Assistant • Daydream View VR • Live Case
☢️ Radiation rate
	Google Pixel 8 (G9BQD 128GB)	Google Pixel XL (128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.1W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)	0.89W/kg (head), 0.56W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.98W/kg (head), 1.2W/kg (body)	0.25W/kg (head), 0.44W/kg (body)