Interesting. I had the same issue with my old Samsung Galaxy A5 in 2017-18. When i was receiving a call sometimes the phone wouldn't do shit even when lying next to the other device. But no issues with calls going out .The Exynos modem should be the problem here as it was bad in general and had poor signal strength, sometimes showing EDGE in areas where other phones were on 4G. Btw Tensor SOCs are modified Exynos, so...
@@thechristaft very true but you made a video about a phone you say you're returning. Do nothing but talk about how good it is, say it's too small then say how great it feels in your pocket. Just saying it was crazy all over the place. It was just too nonsensical not to comment on
@@thechristaft get the 8 pro, 12mb ram, no performance problems, console level games run super smooth, it's super smooth. Loving mine ... Better camera set up too
First half of the video you highlighted several pros of the pixel, yet you returned it. At 6:23, you stated you returned it for two main reasons: the performance hangups during games that are "not prevalent" and "not happening all the time," and for the pixel being 0.3 inches smaller than the Galaxy A53. Apparently, two negligible reasons is enough to return a phone. Keep in mind the occasional hiccups could be potentially be fixed in software updates. The whole idea of gaming on a phone is asinine, as we use way more important tasks on phones and gaming consoles will always be superior to mobile gaming, but I digress. It makes absolutely no sense that you bought the Pixel to to try out a smaller phone to see if you like it, yet you know you already preferred the slightly larger size of the Galaxy A53. I was expecting you to a drop a bombshell of reasons why you returned the phone, but of course the title was just to catch my attention into watching, and in reality you returned a phone for a couple of nitpicks. This video is just more overly dramatic clickbait that RUclips does not need.
He is more saying that the phone is a great choice for some people but the device is not for him and so that is the reason he is returning it. He tried it and didn't like it. Doesn't seem like a huge issue to me.
The smaller screen size is the best feature upgrade over the Pixel 7 IMO. The 8 feels better in the hand again, the 7 was too big. My partner also agrees. Not sure why you wouldn't get the 8 Pro in the first place if you prefer bigger screens (likewise, I refuse to buy a Pro model mainly because of the size).
Yeah, I wanted to see if I would like the smaller screen size, there are some convenient things about it, but I think the bigger screen size is for me.
In my opinion, 6.1 to 6.2" is the perfect screen size because it isn't too big or small. I don't like the trend of tablet sized phones because they are simply too heavy and bulky. I do love the Pixel setup, but I do think for them to be considered a major phone brand they need to discontinue the Exynos variant Tensor chips. Each year performance is a downside..I will say this years Pixel 8 series looks like it improved in alot of ways. Plus it always seems to take a year for Google to stabilize the performance for some reason. Which I heard was also true on the a53 too. What sums up Google and Pixels for me is so much potential. But until they put a better processor in their phones I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable buying one again. Which is a shame because Pixels do have the best android setup.
You can't go wrong with the pixel 8 Pro that's the one I have and it's been a great experience so far I got it when it first dropped from Google Fi. But if I had to choose 1 phone it would definitely be the Nothing Phone 2
Curious if you have tried any of the Sony Xperia phones? Like the 1 IV or 5 IV. These flagships seem to be the only ones still made with a microSD slot.
It is very much secure, same level as iPhones. For the screen size why would you even compare it to the screen size to the pro max, that doesn't make sense. The tensor isn't the greatest though, gaming has never been Google's thing.
@LOUISVILLECARDINALS How do you like P8 so far ? Have you heard if the P8 is having the same issue as the P7 series did with the rear camera lens shattering due to temperature 🌡 changes? And have you checked ✔️ to see if your P8 screen display has any bumps on it when the screen is turned off and you flash light on it ? Was reading some P8 have Experienced it ? Please let me know 🙏 Thanks 👊🏻
hey what screen protector did you use? Every one ive used has a side bubble issue however yours doesnt seem to have this, if you could link me it I would greatly appreciate it :)
I’m using this screen protector, amzn.to/4azGnre, although, I did really have to work to get all the air bubbles out. I just had to keep lifting the screen protector along the edges where air bubbles occurred and then reseal it, sometimes multiple times in the same spot until the air bubbles were gone. Good luck!
I love your presentation, but please cut the music when you're talking. It's fine when you're showing off the phone up-close, but when you're talking it is hard to watch. Especially that intro music that dragged for much longer than it should've.
if I was you I wouldn't try the pixel 8 pro. I have it. I should know the reason why I say you shouldn't try a pixel 8 pro. it's for one reason you never going to go back to iPhone. it's that dang good! it's amazing! butter smooth butter smooth like a baby's butt
The bigger the screen, the worst it gets. It becomes more difficult to operate it with one hand, might as well be a tablet if I have to hold it with both hands.
I had to return my pixel 8. I was excited about it really but it was honestly small. I thought it was something i could deal with. There was so much hype about the camera and when i got it, i was so disappointed. I had to get S23+ and it's been cool
So after watcing this what is the performance problem ?All I know is you don't like the size.I want to return my P8P because the lift to wake is really slow or won't lift to wake at all.Very annoying
I experienced a lot of processing hang ups on apps loading and especially in gaming, and just light-weight games too. This may be improved at this point through software updates.
Great detailed video. I got Pixel 8 256GB for just CAD 3.33 per month for 24 months with $45 plan so technically I got this device for less than CAD 100. I upgraded from OnePlus 7 Pro that I bought in 2019 although the Pixel UI is great and smooth the screen size feels small and like you mentioned do not enjoy the device. I still pick my OP7 Pro and it still feel like a damn awesome phone. I'm also thinking to return it and go For Pixel 8 pro but that would be significantly expensive at around CAD 800. Now I don't want to pay such amount for the hardware these pixel devices got (not at all comparable to SD 8gen 2 let alone upcoming 8gen 3). OP12/ 12R is around the corner but their software experience is no where they used to be couple of years ago. I don't want to go Apple as well. Feels like I'm kinda forced to use P8 now. Your thoughts? Thanks
Pixel 9 - is this worth taking the risk as it is still using a Samsung modem albeit a never version modem. I have pixel 7 and hope the trade in is decent, do you remember what was the trade-in for Pixel 6 when you got the pixel 8?
I just got the Pixels 8 a week ago and I am getting 7se to it. I got a good deal. My old phone was an LG Velvet. . I have Koodo and with 20 GB Data and LTE it costs me $44 a month. I now got the Pixels 8 with 60 GB Data plus 5 G and with my Tab it costs $56 a month. Only $12 more a month with Extra Data with 5 G. But I can't get 5 G just anywhere I live. My actual Tab is only $5 a month which is included in the $56 tax included.
No reason to compare the pixel 8 to the iphone 15 pro max as far as screen size the standard pixel 8 should be compared to the basic iphone 15 wher both screens are around 6.1". The iphone 15 pro max with 6.7" display should be compared to google 8 pro with its 6.8" display
Seriously comparing the standard pixel 8 to a pro max iphone. . . Compare the 8 pro to the max pro or standard pixel 8 to standard iPhone. This review is useless and unneeded, how the hell does this stuff show up on a feed. This makes about as much sense as someone wanting to compare a pug to a belgian malinois for size and agility. Or maybe the top bantamweight to a top lightweight fighter in power and takedown potential. Keep things in the same weight class, so to speak, for comparisons.
6:52 Wait a minute I don't like how people disproportionately compare devices this is the base Google pixel 8 so it's supposed to be smaller smaller form factor why would you compare the 15 pro Max to the pixelate they're not in the same realm I would recommend that you get the Pixel 8 pro and then you could say oh okay yeah I really I don't know why people do those comparisons like for example I had some guy say actually a bunch of RUclipsrs they say oh the Kindle fire HD 10 it's a okay tablet but it's never going to compare it to an iPad do you realize that the the base iPad itself is two times more expensive no actually now it's two point like five when a Kindle fires at 150 but it goes on sale for half off to just 75 bucks but a freaking iPad base price now is 430 or more I think these these comparisons are uneducated at best but they did this doesn't make any sense because actually the comparison was to all this Kindle fire it's okay at best screen is terrible this and that but I must prefer my iPad pro 12.4-in model as opposed to this like what the f*** are you serious they're not the the difference in prices ridiculous and they're not even the same size I don't know why people do this it's just ridiculous
There's no way the A53 is smoother than the P8, its a midrange and lakes of power, the A52s is more powerfull and it's not that smooth. Lags a lot, hearing you saying that had me thinking..
You would think the A53 would trail behind, but it runs solid for me, although I realize it is a more budget and older phone and there are aspects of the P8 that are better, haptics are definitely one.
the guy said its not as secure, what are you and iPhone junky?? to think only IR sensors can make it "SECURE" or are you just unaware of the fact that software is a thing along side hardware, man it hurts to see these types of videos are recommended to me Im not going to hate or anything man, I'd just advice you to fact check your lines before you just post a video like this :)
That's funny before you even said anything about the Nothing Phone 2 I was thinking of myself well maybe you should try the Nothing Phone 2 Great choice I have the Nothing Phone 1 and believe me there's Nothing like it. I'll be getting my next month
The bigger the screen, the worst it gets. It becimes mire difficult to operate it with one hand, might as well be a tablet if i have to hold it with both hands.
If 120Hz refresh increases battery usage, I'll pass, thank you very much. That's also the reason I'll pass on always-on display. I value battery life very much.
@@thechristaft interesting. I'm using a Samsung S22+, it uses an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. I hate it. You have to use a special protector that uses glue for the sensor to work properly. These are things you will never find out until you buy the damn thing, because nobody mentions it in their reviews.
@@thechristaft same thought I got my oppo a9 2020 fixed the difference is that oppo has a 8gb ram and I think a inferior processor but it is faster in opening apps than my a53. I guess it's because of my storage being full
Um okay... So I came in thinking this was going to be an informative, investigative review on some critical flaw of the Pixel 8. Instead all I got was: "I don't like it cuz the screen is too small, so I'm gonna return it." Congrats, you got a view out of me with that clickbait. Never again.
Do you really think the Pixel 8 is worse than the Galaxy a53 because I heard really bad rumors about the a53 being ridiculously slow buggy It just it's great for the price If you just want a phone that does basic things but otherwise people really hate it I heard the a54 was much better because I had a much better chip however it's still it was you know not as good as any what is it the snapdragon Gen 8 series or even the Jen was it Jen 7 no sorry it's series 7 gen 1 I heard those are very good for example the Poco F5 I believe has the Snapdragon 7 series Gen 2 on it and it's almost as good as or better than the eight Gen 2 series chips I just ordered a pixel 7 and well this is going to be my first time dealing with pixels on chip sets so I'll see how that goes I do have the Pixel 4a which has the snapdragon 730 G with six gigabytes of RAM and I also have the Pixel 5 and that has the Snapdragon 765 G with 8 GB of RAM I can compare those to my Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy s21 and S21FE it's on basic things I don't see much of a difference to be honest but yes when it comes to like more heavy duty things it does take time to process like let's say a photo there's you can see it obvious like one 2 second loading time when it's processing a photo after the photos taken for you to see it but I'm gaming on the Pixel 5 right now I don't really like game crazy like first person shooters but I'm using the Pixel 5 to play raid shadow Legends that's like his crazy of a game that I will play it's not it's not a hard game it's not it graphically intensive game I believe so I've read that the pixel was it the pixel 7 no the pixel sick was six was on par with the snapdragon 865 so then the pixel 7 was just so I like 10 15% more powerful than the Pixel 8 is another what 10 15 20% more powerful than the seven so it doesn't really make sense to me but I'll have to look into this
Yeah, I haven’t had any issues at all with the Galaxy A53, great display and it still runs great, even for gaming. If I were buying one now though, I would get the current model A54 unless I just wanted the cheapest deal.
@@TechLoverforever313 exactly I've read that the A52S was far better than the a52 and the a53 so based on that information he's stating that the a53 is a better machine in the pixel 8 which makes absolutely no sense whatsoever because it has a slower processor and has less RAM it's just it's worse in every single way possible I'm not saying it's a bad phone for the price if you get it on a sale not bad but my general advice to people who are trying to get phones is this If you can get it at a good price on the used market for an older flagship you'll typically get a better experience and better hardware and still better software now if you go online and get the Pixel 7 let's say for I got mine I ordered it I haven't had it yet but I ordered it it's $303 used the 256 GB storage model that's an insane deal on the other hand if you want to get the Galaxy s 21 plus I've seen it online for 250 ish dollars that's insane deal it's still incredible phone works good the cameras are incredible I buy and I sell food used phones so I've had my experience with the Galaxy s21 Galaxy s20 Plus Galaxy s21 FE Galaxy s21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S10 Galaxy S9 S9 Plus I have had experience the Google Pixel 4A Google Pixel 5 so when he sits here in quotes about the a53 which is a worse phone than the A52S It makes no absolutely no sense to me especially when he's comparing it to a pixel 8 now mind you I haven't tested the pixel 8 but the pixel 5 in my opinion is a very well-rounded phone The pixel 4a I'm using it right now to type using just my voice and it's incredibly accurate I can talk as fast as I want and it still does it so the pixel 5 the pixel 6 that pixel 7 I don't know to me it just sounds like he's not done his research
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Somewhat annoyed by some of the comments on here. This is a good, honest review. For example, a guy (especially a big fellow like Chris) can indeed find a phone too small while still appreciating how small phones easily fit in a pocket. Of course, not all the comments are annoying and some contain valid points. I hope Chris continues to make videos like this. I'm subscribing.
Can't agree more with another comment made earlier...this video has no structure and is all over the place. I'm on a pixel 7 and have an amazing experience. If you're struggling with the pixel 8 send it to me...😂 Stock Android is the way to go...!!!
I have the pixel 8 pro and I don't feel the heating issues what so ever. It only ever gets hot when charging however my s22+ also used to get hot when charging so for me it's not a big issue
Iphone 15pro max being compared to pixel 8. You are off your rocker. The price difference alone should be a reason those two are never compared. The pixel 8 pro would have solved your little nitpicks. You kept comparing to bigger screen phones. This was a grab video saying you returning the phone and then only saying nice things. You don't want to alienate any fan bases. Gl2u in your future vids.
Want a bigger photo get the pro. I don't get it. Funny my friend complains so much about his iphone and tried my pixel 8 pro and really likes my phone better than his. Also android has more update hardware than the iPhone. I don't find this review helpful at all. Especially with Samsung with so much added 3rd party software being why i switched to a pixel. I definitely would pick a Samsung or pixel over the performance of an iPhone.
Don't bother getting the pixel pro it's got the same processor to 4 gigs of RAM are not going to make a big difference if you didn't like the performance of the regular pixel you're not going to like the performance of the pixel pro
@@TaranSD I upgraded from a S21ultra that I used to charge once and would last the whole day. I have to charge this one 2 times a day with equal usage. Connection issues I didn't used to have with my previous phone.
@@thechristaft I would say though that the title is a bit clickbatey. Even though it is true and you did give your reasons for returning, my immediate thought when I saw the title was "omg is there something wrong with the phone" and instead it ended up being for personal preferences (and slightly lower performance that I've seen other reviewers mention too). I think this is also why people left the dislikes. But hey it got the views. :)
Does , anyone know or heard if the Pixel 8 series is having the same issue like the Pixel 7 series with the Rear camera lens shattering due to temperature 🌡 changes? 🙄
Everyone, so I posted this video last week and it is getting a lot of views, at least in terms of what I typically see on my channel. I want to thank everyone who has taken time to watch the video, and for all of the feedback that has been given, both the supportive comments as well as the criticism. It will only help make my content better, so thank you!
How can the A53 feel smoother than the Pixel 8, when the Pixel 8 has superior hardware modern ARM cores and GPU? This is likely software optimizations issues with the UI and games.
I agree the T3 chip is a disappointment in the performance department, it get hot when I game and when I am using the phone to text while I browse the web. A disappointment despite buying it and getting a watch with it. The camera is good, not great because again video has improved but it’s not where Apple is. The battery life of my pro is disappointing.
i feel like u will love nothing phone two in performance google just miss the opportunity to be best phone of the yer just coz of that shity tensor chip
Coming from an iPhone 15 pro max, I like.eveything about my google pixel 8 pro except the video camera. Photos are great, but the video camera is awful.
@@jbanderson7828 have to charge it twice in a day with same usage as my previous phone S21ultra which I only charged once a day. Connection issues which I didn't have with my other phone.
Have anybody experience not receiving incoming calls from p7p or p8p???..if so how did you solve the problem
Interesting. I had the same issue with my old Samsung Galaxy A5 in 2017-18. When i was receiving a call sometimes the phone wouldn't do shit even when lying next to the other device. But no issues with calls going out .The Exynos modem should be the problem here as it was bad in general and had poor signal strength, sometimes showing EDGE in areas where other phones were on 4G. Btw Tensor SOCs are modified Exynos, so...
This video is all over the place lol. Here is a great phone I'm sending back because its too small, but I love how its fits in my pockets lol. Odd
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There’s positives and negatives, it’s a good phone, just sharing why I changed my mind, it’s subjective.
@@thechristaft very true but you made a video about a phone you say you're returning. Do nothing but talk about how good it is, say it's too small then say how great it feels in your pocket. Just saying it was crazy all over the place. It was just too nonsensical not to comment on
Yeah, seems like just done it for view grabbing. This channel won't make it big with content like this
@@thechristaft get the 8 pro, 12mb ram, no performance problems, console level games run super smooth, it's super smooth. Loving mine ... Better camera set up too
First half of the video you highlighted several pros of the pixel, yet you returned it. At 6:23, you stated you returned it for two main reasons: the performance hangups during games that are "not prevalent" and "not happening all the time," and for the pixel being 0.3 inches smaller than the Galaxy A53. Apparently, two negligible reasons is enough to return a phone. Keep in mind the occasional hiccups could be potentially be fixed in software updates. The whole idea of gaming on a phone is asinine, as we use way more important tasks on phones and gaming consoles will always be superior to mobile gaming, but I digress. It makes absolutely no sense that you bought the Pixel to to try out a smaller phone to see if you like it, yet you know you already preferred the slightly larger size of the Galaxy A53. I was expecting you to a drop a bombshell of reasons why you returned the phone, but of course the title was just to catch my attention into watching, and in reality you returned a phone for a couple of nitpicks. This video is just more overly dramatic clickbait that RUclips does not need.
He is more saying that the phone is a great choice for some people but the device is not for him and so that is the reason he is returning it. He tried it and didn't like it. Doesn't seem like a huge issue to me.
Thank you for saving my time
The smaller screen size is the best feature upgrade over the Pixel 7 IMO. The 8 feels better in the hand again, the 7 was too big. My partner also agrees. Not sure why you wouldn't get the 8 Pro in the first place if you prefer bigger screens (likewise, I refuse to buy a Pro model mainly because of the size).
Yeah, I wanted to see if I would like the smaller screen size, there are some convenient things about it, but I think the bigger screen size is for me.
Can't believe I added to this guy's views 👎🏾
@@thechristaftthen get the 8pro.
In my opinion, 6.1 to 6.2" is the perfect screen size because it isn't too big or small. I don't like the trend of tablet sized phones because they are simply too heavy and bulky. I do love the Pixel setup, but I do think for them to be considered a major phone brand they need to discontinue the Exynos variant Tensor chips. Each year performance is a downside..I will say this years Pixel 8 series looks like it improved in alot of ways. Plus it always seems to take a year for Google to stabilize the performance for some reason. Which I heard was also true on the a53 too. What sums up Google and Pixels for me is so much potential. But until they put a better processor in their phones I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable buying one again. Which is a shame because Pixels do have the best android setup.
You can't go wrong with the pixel 8 Pro that's the one I have and it's been a great experience so far I got it when it first dropped from Google Fi. But if I had to choose 1 phone it would definitely be the Nothing Phone 2
Thanks! If I could get them all I would, but I do have Nothing Phone 2 on the way, interested in checking it out.
Curious if you have tried any of the Sony Xperia phones? Like the 1 IV or 5 IV. These flagships seem to be the only ones still made with a microSD slot.
I haven't, but am looking to do more phone videos in 2024, so will check them out.
It is very much secure, same level as iPhones. For the screen size why would you even compare it to the screen size to the pro max, that doesn't make sense. The tensor isn't the greatest though, gaming has never been Google's thing.
Haha came here to say this! Stupid video. Lol
Good to know, I’ve seen research claiming otherwise, but you may be right.
Absolut correkt👍🏻
A good, honest video.
You talked about many good points and I appreciate your honest review.
Thanks man, thanks for watching!
I like the 8 but the fingerprint scanner is crap. I miss the rear facing reader of my previous Pixel. It was way more reliable.
It's clear you've NOT owned a pixel since the 6
My fingerprint sensor on my P8 works flawlessly. The trick is to go in a full circle when setting up the fingerprint
@LOUISVILLECARDINALS How do you like P8 so far ?
Have you heard if the P8 is having the same issue as the P7 series did with the rear camera lens shattering due to temperature 🌡 changes? And have you checked ✔️ to see if your P8 screen display has any bumps on it when the screen is turned off and you flash light on it ?
Was reading some P8 have Experienced it ?
Please let me know 🙏
Thanks 👊🏻
@@nccapone344 my pixel 8 is working great no glitches no overheating just a All around great experience
hey what screen protector did you use? Every one ive used has a side bubble issue however yours doesnt seem to have this, if you could link me it I would greatly appreciate it :)
I’m using this screen protector, amzn.to/4azGnre, although, I did really have to work to get all the air bubbles out. I just had to keep lifting the screen protector along the edges where air bubbles occurred and then reseal it, sometimes multiple times in the same spot until the air bubbles were gone. Good luck!
I love your presentation, but please cut the music when you're talking. It's fine when you're showing off the phone up-close, but when you're talking it is hard to watch.
Especially that intro music that dragged for much longer than it should've.
Will do
How about signal, did you have issues making or receiving calls? Or GPS?
Iv'e seen people complaining about that
if I was you I wouldn't try the pixel 8 pro. I have it. I should know the reason why I say you shouldn't try a pixel 8 pro. it's for one reason you never going to go back to iPhone. it's that dang good! it's amazing! butter smooth butter smooth like a baby's butt
The bigger the screen, the worst it gets. It becomes more difficult to operate it with one hand, might as well be a tablet if I have to hold it with both hands.
I had to return my pixel 8. I was excited about it really but it was honestly small. I thought it was something i could deal with. There was so much hype about the camera and when i got it, i was so disappointed.
I had to get S23+ and it's been cool
Thanks for sharing, yeah I had hoped the smaller screen size would be something I liked, but it was at least good to answer that question for myself.
I can understand really!
Well done for your honest review
I like my pixel 8 Pro however I don’t use it as my daily driver. Great video 👍😎
Why not, what’s your daily driver? Pixel 8 Pro is unreal
Thanks for watching!
So after watcing this what is the performance problem ?All I know is you don't like the size.I want to return my P8P because the lift to wake is really slow or won't lift to wake at all.Very annoying
I experienced a lot of processing hang ups on apps loading and especially in gaming, and just light-weight games too. This may be improved at this point through software updates.
Why did you not just buy the Pro ?
We just switched to Pixel 8 Pro and im loving the bigger screen
Great to hear, I have a new phone on the way, excited to share about it.
Great detailed video. I got Pixel 8 256GB for just CAD 3.33 per month for 24 months with $45 plan so technically I got this device for less than CAD 100. I upgraded from OnePlus 7 Pro that I bought in 2019 although the Pixel UI is great and smooth the screen size feels small and like you mentioned do not enjoy the device. I still pick my OP7 Pro and it still feel like a damn awesome phone. I'm also thinking to return it and go For Pixel 8 pro but that would be significantly expensive at around CAD 800.
Now I don't want to pay such amount for the hardware these pixel devices got (not at all comparable to SD 8gen 2 let alone upcoming 8gen 3). OP12/ 12R is around the corner but their software experience is no where they used to be couple of years ago. I don't want to go Apple as well. Feels like I'm kinda forced to use P8 now.
Your thoughts?
Thanks
Pixel 9 - is this worth taking the risk as it is still using a Samsung modem albeit a never version modem. I have pixel 7 and hope the trade in is decent, do you remember what was the trade-in for Pixel 6 when you got the pixel 8?
I just got the Pixels 8 a week ago and I am getting 7se to it. I got a good deal. My old phone was an LG Velvet. . I have Koodo and with 20 GB Data and LTE it costs me $44 a month. I now got the Pixels 8 with 60 GB Data plus 5 G and with my Tab it costs $56 a month. Only $12 more a month with Extra Data with 5 G. But I can't get 5 G just anywhere I live. My actual Tab is only $5 a month which is included in the $56 tax included.
No reason to compare the pixel 8 to the iphone 15 pro max as far as screen size the standard pixel 8 should be compared to the basic iphone 15 wher both screens are around 6.1". The iphone 15 pro max with 6.7" display should be compared to google 8 pro with its 6.8" display
Please try the pro. I'm curious your thoughts
Thx! Will let you know.
Clearly the best phone you can buy right now and you're sending it back. Some people could just never be satisfied
hey guys, i need a phone with an mp3 app, what can i do? is there vlc for google pixel? is it comfortable just like the mp3 app?
5:25 "So keep in mind it's not as secure"? Please get your facts right before you make these videos, it's misleading. Otherwise great video.
It's not iPhone Face ID level security and reliability. Face ID works in the dark unlike Pixel 8 Face Unlock.
Thanks all for the feedback, could have probably framed that statement a little better…
So because it doesn't work well in the dark means it's not as secure as iPhone? SMH all these RUclipsrs that think they know s***
@@jevonsims900it doesn’t let other unlock ur phone so how does it make it less secure??
@@TambePaschalexactly
Seriously comparing the standard pixel 8 to a pro max iphone. . . Compare the 8 pro to the max pro or standard pixel 8 to standard iPhone. This review is useless and unneeded, how the hell does this stuff show up on a feed.
This makes about as much sense as someone wanting to compare a pug to a belgian malinois for size and agility. Or maybe the top bantamweight to a top lightweight fighter in power and takedown potential. Keep things in the same weight class, so to speak, for comparisons.
Why adding music to the video? The music is annoying.
So why not just get the 8 pro?
That’s what I’m thinking, really to just compare
6:52 Wait a minute I don't like how people disproportionately compare devices this is the base Google pixel 8 so it's supposed to be smaller smaller form factor why would you compare the 15 pro Max to the pixelate they're not in the same realm I would recommend that you get the Pixel 8 pro and then you could say oh okay yeah I really I don't know why people do those comparisons like for example I had some guy say actually a bunch of RUclipsrs they say oh the Kindle fire HD 10 it's a okay tablet but it's never going to compare it to an iPad do you realize that the the base iPad itself is two times more expensive no actually now it's two point like five when a Kindle fires at 150 but it goes on sale for half off to just 75 bucks but a freaking iPad base price now is 430 or more I think these these comparisons are uneducated at best but they did this doesn't make any sense because actually the comparison was to all this Kindle fire it's okay at best screen is terrible this and that but I must prefer my iPad pro 12.4-in model as opposed to this like what the f*** are you serious they're not the the difference in prices ridiculous and they're not even the same size I don't know why people do this it's just ridiculous
There's no way the A53 is smoother than the P8, its a midrange and lakes of power, the A52s is more powerfull and it's not that smooth.
Lags a lot, hearing you saying that had me thinking..
You would think the A53 would trail behind, but it runs solid for me, although I realize it is a more budget and older phone and there are aspects of the P8 that are better, haptics are definitely one.
the guy said its not as secure,
what are you and iPhone junky?? to think only IR sensors can make it "SECURE" or are you just unaware of the fact that software is a thing along side hardware,
man it hurts to see these types of videos are recommended to me
Im not going to hate or anything man, I'd just advice you to fact check your lines before you just post a video like this :)
Pixel 8 uses an advanced 2D Face Scanning technology but it's still only 2D meaning it's not as secure as Apple's hardware based Face ID technology.
@@jevonsims900 bruh.then how is it accepted as secure for banking stuff...?
Does this phone gets hot while charging wirelessly?
Didn’t experience any heating issues from charging, just from active use.
That's funny before you even said anything about the Nothing Phone 2 I was thinking of myself well maybe you should try the Nothing Phone 2 Great choice I have the Nothing Phone 1 and believe me there's Nothing like it. I'll be getting my next month
Thanks! I already ordered the Nothing Phone 2, can’t wait for it to get here.
The bigger the screen, the worst it gets. It becimes mire difficult to operate it with one hand, might as well be a tablet if i have to hold it with both hands.
If 120Hz refresh increases battery usage, I'll pass, thank you very much. That's also the reason I'll pass on always-on display.
I value battery life very much.
Pixel 8 doesn't work on tracfone.
Did that fingerprint sensor work with that screen protector on?
It did, just fine. There is also a setting to turn on and improve readability through a screen protector.
@@thechristaft interesting. I'm using a Samsung S22+, it uses an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. I hate it. You have to use a special protector that uses glue for the sensor to work properly. These are things you will never find out until you buy the damn thing, because nobody mentions it in their reviews.
Ay my guy as the same phone with the same colour a53 for the win
I love the A53.
@@thechristaft same thought I got my oppo a9 2020 fixed the difference is that oppo has a 8gb ram and I think a inferior processor but it is faster in opening apps than my a53. I guess it's because of my storage being full
Um okay... So I came in thinking this was going to be an informative, investigative review on some critical flaw of the Pixel 8. Instead all I got was: "I don't like it cuz the screen is too small, so I'm gonna return it." Congrats, you got a view out of me with that clickbait. Never again.
Thanks for watching comma good feedback.
Do you really think the Pixel 8 is worse than the Galaxy a53 because I heard really bad rumors about the a53 being ridiculously slow buggy It just it's great for the price If you just want a phone that does basic things but otherwise people really hate it I heard the a54 was much better because I had a much better chip however it's still it was you know not as good as any what is it the snapdragon Gen 8 series or even the Jen was it Jen 7 no sorry it's series 7 gen 1 I heard those are very good for example the Poco F5 I believe has the Snapdragon 7 series Gen 2 on it and it's almost as good as or better than the eight Gen 2 series chips I just ordered a pixel 7 and well this is going to be my first time dealing with pixels on chip sets so I'll see how that goes I do have the Pixel 4a which has the snapdragon 730 G with six gigabytes of RAM and I also have the Pixel 5 and that has the Snapdragon 765 G with 8 GB of RAM I can compare those to my Samsung Galaxy S10 Samsung Galaxy s21 and S21FE it's on basic things I don't see much of a difference to be honest but yes when it comes to like more heavy duty things it does take time to process like let's say a photo there's you can see it obvious like one 2 second loading time when it's processing a photo after the photos taken for you to see it but I'm gaming on the Pixel 5 right now I don't really like game crazy like first person shooters but I'm using the Pixel 5 to play raid shadow Legends that's like his crazy of a game that I will play it's not it's not a hard game it's not it graphically intensive game I believe so I've read that the pixel was it the pixel 7 no the pixel sick was six was on par with the snapdragon 865 so then the pixel 7 was just so I like 10 15% more powerful than the Pixel 8 is another what 10 15 20% more powerful than the seven so it doesn't really make sense to me but I'll have to look into this
Yeah, I haven’t had any issues at all with the Galaxy A53, great display and it still runs great, even for gaming. If I were buying one now though, I would get the current model A54 unless I just wanted the cheapest deal.
For that price you could have got an A52s which is a better phone except for the update policy@@thechristaft
@TechLoverforever313 I'll check out the A52, thanks!
@@thechristaft A52s
@@TechLoverforever313 exactly I've read that the A52S was far better than the a52 and the a53 so based on that information he's stating that the a53 is a better machine in the pixel 8 which makes absolutely no sense whatsoever because it has a slower processor and has less RAM it's just it's worse in every single way possible I'm not saying it's a bad phone for the price if you get it on a sale not bad but my general advice to people who are trying to get phones is this If you can get it at a good price on the used market for an older flagship you'll typically get a better experience and better hardware and still better software now if you go online and get the Pixel 7 let's say for I got mine I ordered it I haven't had it yet but I ordered it it's $303 used the 256 GB storage model that's an insane deal on the other hand if you want to get the Galaxy s 21 plus I've seen it online for 250 ish dollars that's insane deal it's still incredible phone works good the cameras are incredible I buy and I sell food used phones so I've had my experience with the Galaxy s21 Galaxy s20 Plus Galaxy s21 FE Galaxy s21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S10 Galaxy S9 S9 Plus I have had experience the Google Pixel 4A Google Pixel 5 so when he sits here in quotes about the a53 which is a worse phone than the A52S It makes no absolutely no sense to me especially when he's comparing it to a pixel 8 now mind you I haven't tested the pixel 8 but the pixel 5 in my opinion is a very well-rounded phone The pixel 4a I'm using it right now to type using just my voice and it's incredibly accurate I can talk as fast as I want and it still does it so the pixel 5 the pixel 6 that pixel 7 I don't know to me it just sounds like he's not done his research
Does it over heat ?
It does get pretty hot without hard use.
@@thechristaft I got a 7 and it does too. Smh shame
I def find it weird that u say this phone glitches more than the a53 but okayyy. I have a pixel 6 and no glitches at all so I find this weird.
Yeah, it wasn't major, just surprising, but maybe I was being too picky.
The dude can send his phone anywhere he wants, good luck getting any money back though.
You know my advice? Use an s23fe instead, I have it and am quite happy with this $500 device
Thanks, will check it out.
Samsung Galaxy fe is $500 right now with better screen and better battery
I'm sick of the text errors!!!
I'm sick of "if" becoming "of"
And "of' being "if"
I'm sick of "your" being "hour"
I'm sick of 'in' being "on"
I'm sick of "on" being "in"
I'm sick of the SPACEBAR typing"b" instead of placing the space.
I'm sick of typing "o"and getting a "p"!!!
I'm SICK of it!!!
I want my BLACK BERRY BACK🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
waiting for your compare between Nothing Phone 2 :)
Nothing Phone 2 is in the mail.
Pretty sure its not gorilla glass 4
It's not lol
Somewhat annoyed by some of the comments on here. This is a good, honest review. For example, a guy (especially a big fellow like Chris) can indeed find a phone too small while still appreciating how small phones easily fit in a pocket.
Of course, not all the comments are annoying and some contain valid points.
I hope Chris continues to make videos like this. I'm subscribing.
Thanks for the comment! Been on a bit of a break but have more videos coming out starting this week.
Can't you go get the pro. It's bigger
Probably a good idea, but I wanted to see if a smaller phone might work for me.
Can't agree more with another comment made earlier...this video has no structure and is all over the place.
I'm on a pixel 7 and have an amazing experience.
If you're struggling with the pixel 8 send it to me...😂
Stock Android is the way to go...!!!
I had to hear the voice. Convinced it's not Guga
Haha, I get that a lot!
😂 IDC what fans say it still has heating issues almost 3 months later
Mine got pretty hot with pretty light use.
I have the pixel 8 pro and I don't feel the heating issues what so ever. It only ever gets hot when charging however my s22+ also used to get hot when charging so for me it's not a big issue
@@AssassinIsAfk good to know mines does
I have no heating issues on my p8
Music is annoying & distracting. Turned off after a minute.
Check out my latest video on the Nothing Phone 2a and let me know if the music level is better.
Iphone 15pro max being compared to pixel 8. You are off your rocker. The price difference alone should be a reason those two are never compared. The pixel 8 pro would have solved your little nitpicks. You kept comparing to bigger screen phones. This was a grab video saying you returning the phone and then only saying nice things. You don't want to alienate any fan bases. Gl2u in your future vids.
So why didn't you just get the pixel 8 pro? 🤪
Thanks Mark, you're right, should have gone with the larger screen, but wanted to see how a smaller screen would work for me.
Want a bigger photo get the pro. I don't get it. Funny my friend complains so much about his iphone and tried my pixel 8 pro and really likes my phone better than his. Also android has more update hardware than the iPhone. I don't find this review helpful at all. Especially with Samsung with so much added 3rd party software being why i switched to a pixel. I definitely would pick a Samsung or pixel over the performance of an iPhone.
Still holding on to my pixel 3xl until the fingerprint sensor is reliable
The fingerprint sensor is great on my p8 p7 and p6 never had issues with any
Love my p8 came from p6 p7 it's a hell of a difference it's a way better device. By the way its gorilla glass victus on the p8
For a good minute I was like what happened to guga 😂😂
Don't bother getting the pixel pro it's got the same processor to 4 gigs of RAM are not going to make a big difference if you didn't like the performance of the regular pixel you're not going to like the performance of the pixel pro
Thanks, yeah I’m going in a different direction.
I bought the Pixel 8 pro but not happy with display quality.
My old Galaxy note 10 plus display looks way way better compared to pixel 8 pro.
Can’t be?
@@TaranSD It is, that's the truth.
I'm with you! I am DEFINITELY not happy with mine.
@@jannyripper why you not happy with it, it's a 2K display...
@@TaranSD I upgraded from a S21ultra that I used to charge once and would last the whole day. I have to charge this one 2 times a day with equal usage. Connection issues I didn't used to have with my previous phone.
It's crazy the dislikes you got on this for just saying "I prefer larger screens" lol
Yeah, but some good feedback too, dropping a video on Nothing Phone 2 today.
@@thechristaft I would say though that the title is a bit clickbatey. Even though it is true and you did give your reasons for returning, my immediate thought when I saw the title was "omg is there something wrong with the phone" and instead it ended up being for personal preferences (and slightly lower performance that I've seen other reviewers mention too). I think this is also why people left the dislikes. But hey it got the views. :)
For a budget device go with s23 fe
120hertz is Definitely noticeable, what are you smoking man lol
Does , anyone know or heard if the Pixel 8 series is having the same issue like the Pixel 7 series with the
Rear camera lens shattering due to temperature 🌡 changes? 🙄
Everyone, so I posted this video last week and it is getting a lot of views, at least in terms of what I typically see on my channel. I want to thank everyone who has taken time to watch the video, and for all of the feedback that has been given, both the supportive comments as well as the criticism. It will only help make my content better, so thank you!
How can the A53 feel smoother than the Pixel 8, when the Pixel 8 has superior hardware modern ARM cores and GPU? This is likely software optimizations issues with the UI and games.
Bro is just a apple fan that's it
I do main an iPhone, but love Android and being in both worlds. My favorite phone of all time is the Nexus 5 from back in the day.
for repairability, any of the A series samsung are awful. stay away from them.
I agree the T3 chip is a disappointment in the performance department, it get hot when I game and when I am using the phone to text while I browse the web. A disappointment despite buying it and getting a watch with it. The camera is good, not great because again video has improved but it’s not where Apple is. The battery life of my pro is disappointing.
i feel like u will love nothing phone two in performance google just miss the opportunity to be best phone of the yer just coz of that shity tensor chip
I'm thinking so too, gonna give that one a try next.
Coming from an iPhone 15 pro max, I like.eveything about my google pixel 8 pro except the video camera. Photos are great, but the video camera is awful.
3:26 😂😂😂
Dumping my 8pro as soon as the S24 comes out! i hate it!
Why?
@@jbanderson7828 have to charge it twice in a day with same usage as my previous phone S21ultra which I only charged once a day. Connection issues which I didn't have with my other phone.
S23fe is all you need
Mine 8 is a piece of schit. Long list of fails on simple stuff.
glupszego filmu juz sie nagrac nie dalo