Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB) vs Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)

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Side by side comparison between Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Motorola Moto Z4 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/26/2024 11:22 AM, updated: 6/6/2025 6:29 PM

Compare Motorola Moto Z4 X Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB) 28Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.7"
OLED

1344x2992

50
MP

10.5mp

12GB
RAM

Nona-core

5050
mAh

(Non removable)

06Points Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3) Compare Google Pixel 8 Pro X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.4"
OLED

1080x2340

48
MP

25mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3600
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)

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!

28 Advantages Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	vs	6 Advantages Motorola Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
+2.91GHz 64bit Nona-core (4nm)35% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2GHz 64bit Octa-core
+12GB LPDDR5X2 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	4GB LPDDR4X
+512GB (458GB available)3 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	128GB (109GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	UFS 2.1
+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
+1344x2992 pixels59% Higher resolution screen	vs	1080x2340 pixels
+490 PPI22% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	403 PPI
+6.7"5% Larger screen	vs	6.4"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 48MP + 48MP2 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 48MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Only digital zoom
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+1/1.31" inches53% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/2" inches
+(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) 600 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5050 mAh40% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3600 mAh
+30W100% 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	15W
+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) (dedicated slot)
+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]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	5.0 + A2DP/LE
+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, USB OTG On-The-Go
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	P2i certified
Not supported	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
213 grams (7.46 ounces)	vs	+165 grams (5.78 ounces)29% Lighter
8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)	vs	+7.35 millimeters (0.29 inches)20% Thinner
(front) 10.5MP	vs	+(front) 25MP137% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

27 Common items in both devices

Aluminum frame, glass front/back

LTPO OLED / OLED

16 million

Dual-LED flash

LDAF/PDAF on back and PDAF autofocus on the front camera / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

OIS: Optical stabilization

HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras

+20 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Other model names	Google Pixel 8 Pro GC3VE	Lenovo Moto Z4 (Unlocked) XT1980-3
Country or region available	(Global, International)	Canada, USA
Brand	Google	Motorola
Release date	10/12/2023, Announced: 10/4/2023	6/6/2019
Depth	8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)	7.35 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)	76.5 x 162.6 millimeters (3.01 x 6.4 in)	75 x 158 millimeters (2.95 x 6.22 in)
Weight	213 grams (7.46 ounces)	165 grams (5.78 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	P2i certified: water repellent nano-coating
📲 Display
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Display type	LTPO OLED	OLED
Screen size	6.7" inches	6.4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~87% (screen-to-body ratio)	~84.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1344x2992 pixels (20:9)	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	490 PPI	403 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus 2	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	120Hz	60Hz
Display features	2400nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
System version	Android 14	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	Android 16	Android 10
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Chipset	64bit: Google Tensor G3 (4nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SDM675 (11nm)
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)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz Kryo 460 Gold (Dual-core) 6x 1.7GHz Kryo 460 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (890MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 612 845Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 924912 (v9), 1151301 (v10) Geekbench: 3613 (v5), 4462 (v6) GFXBench: 49fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5X	4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	512GB (458GB available) UFS 3.1	128GB (109GB available) UFS 2.1
External storage	Not supported	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
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	600/50 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 UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48) VoLTE	LTE Cat12 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 76, 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, 30, 32, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 42, 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 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 50 megapixels 48MP periscope telephoto f/2.8113mm1/2.55"0.7µmPDAFOIS5x-optical-zoom 48MP ultrawide f/2.0126°1/2"0.8µmPDAF	48 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8160x6120 pixels	8000x6000 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/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	25mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/1.31" inches	1/2" inches
Pixel size	1.2µm pixel	0.8µm pixel
Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF on back and PDAF autofocus on the front camera	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Digital and optical zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	4K@24/30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120/240fps HDR10+ Slow motion	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Front camera (secondary)	10.5 megapixels	25 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4320x2432 pixels	5760x4320 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	20mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3.1" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.22µm pixel	0.9µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Supported
Active noise cancellation	3 microphones	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
USB	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.3 + A2DP/LE	5.0 + A2DP/LE
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	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFC	Supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor UWB (Ultra Wideband)	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	5050 mAh	3600 mAh
Charger, watts	30W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0	15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	23W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC) Reverse wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	feature not registered
Standby	feature not registered	418 hours (17.4 days)
➕ Other features
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
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, Porcelain, Bay, Mint	• Colors: Flash Grey, Frost White • 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3 display • Max Vision display • 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio display • Moto Mods • HD Voice • HAC M4/T4
☢️ Radiation rate
	Google Pixel 8 Pro (GC3VE 512GB)	Moto Z4 (XT1980-3)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.12W/kg (head), 1.02W/kg (body)	1.16W/kg (head), 1.44W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.84W/kg (head), 1.2W/kg (body)	feature not registered