Google Pixel 8 Pro Review | Six Months Later...
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- Опубликовано: 10 май 2024
- Reviewing Google's Pixel 8 Pro in 2024, six months after launch, to see if it's the best camera phone - or straight-up flagship smartphone. Vs rivals like the Samsung S24 Ultra and OnePlus 12, the Pixel 8 Pro isn't quite as impressive. Gaming isn't as fluid or satisfying, for one, with that Tensor G3 stuffed inside.
However, Google's Pixel exclusive features and AI tools help to elevate it above many other premium phones. And then there's the excellent camera, which is perfect for point-and-shoot action. You can capture RAW images, but the Pixel 8 Pro can spaff out gorgeous photos all on its own, while the editing tools are excellent.
Likewise, I've had no complaints with the battery life. The Pixel 8 Pro is just as strong as other Androids, offering two days of use between charges if you're careful - or a full day of heavy use including lots of camera play. And while those AI features are still developing, they're certainly a worthy addition to an excellent suite of Google tools.
So that's my long term thoughts of the Pixel 8 Pro in 2024. But what do you think? Let us know your own review of this Google smartphone below if you've been using it!
Google Pixel 8 Pro Review Chapters:
0:00 - Finally!
0:42 - Design
2:51 - Android & features
4:07 - AI tools
5:54 - Thermometer
6:59 - Bugs
7:50 - Display & audio
9:11 - Performance & gaming
10:35 - Battery life
11:28 - Cameras
15:29 - Verdict 
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I need TSMC pixel.
Yeah we all do.
Pixel 10 should be the first TSMC fabricated Tensor.
2025.
me too.. and im thinking to buy s23 plus then install Pixel Rom in it. but it will feels like true pixel?
@@binsoedjono5005 thats why im planning to do rn hahahahahaha, but why, s23 plus still receive update, better wait when the phone stop being supported then installrom
I love your reviews man, especially the occasional rants. Whoever's writing your video scripts is doing a great job.
I'm still rocking my Pixel 6 Pro. Been a great phone so far. The only gripe I've had with it is the charging. My Huawei P30 Pro I had before this charged WAY faster!
My 6 pro has got some dead pixels showing as a half black dot in the corner of the screen. Disappointed, not sure if I'll get another
It's is seriously annoying how slow it is. Coming from a Moto Edge 30 Ultra to this was hard. 125w to 30 sucks. Great phone but few niggles.
Exactly the same here. I loved the Huawei p30 Pro and it's fast charging plus camera. The pixel 6 Pro is at least getting android 15.
The trick with flagships like Pixel, Galaxy, and even iPhone is to get the best of adaptive charging. The one Pixel is so well designed. It doesn't overheat during the night, and greatly improves day-to-day battery longevity.
I’m glad you’re enjoying it because mine has been plagued with problems from day 1 otherwise it would’ve been the perfect phone. It’s in a drawer now
The last three gens of Pixels have proven to be really good, albeit a tad bit half baked on launch. I currently have the Pixel 7 Pro and it is probably my favorite Android phone ever (after the HTC One M7 of course), but I have to admit that Google needs to do a lot more to properly catch-up to Apple and Samsung. The upcoming Pixel 9 will definitely be a step forward, looking into how well Google has integrated feedback into their software updates but the big jump will be during the release of the Pixel 10. Google announced a while ago that they are working on a proprietary 3nm chip, and I think that's where they will start being on par with the latest Galaxy and iPhone devices.
Never really paid attention the OIS before, but I took a video with my 8 Pro at a gig a few weeks back. While I was recording the stage, I was bouncing around like a loon. I watched the video back the next day, and I was amazed how smooth the video was.
And the eraser for photos is pretty much amazing. It even takes watermarks off photos without the need for Photoshop!
Samsung's eraser works much better.. but the pixel is nice overall.
Hey Chris love the channel, been using the pixel 6a since launch still going strong even with the one handed exploits🤣👍
They just had $500 off the P8 and P8 pro here in Australia - so I made the jump from my trusty P4a 5g to the Pro.
I'm not a huge gamer on my phone - so a lot of those issues don't really affect me.
I know that Google is still investing in better versions of the Tensor to get it to compete with the Snapdragon - but what will that mean for the Tensor 3 in this phone and the promised update support?
As stated - we'll see how it is after 7 years - but at the moment, I'm very happy with it.
I have 7 pro. I do miss the fast charging and monster specs my Xiaomi had. But the software optimisation is next level on the pixel.
I prefer not to fast charge to much. I go max 30watt charger, which is really quick from 30 to 80% like 25minutes on my Samsung 23u
@@carlose6010 if you have experienced 120watt fast charging, 30Watt is extremely slow and inconvenient.
Hello Mr spurt, I was lucky, got the bay version off eBay brand new for considerably less than retail. Replacement for my 7 Pro. It's truly brilliant , mainly purchased for the camera which is totally spurtfully good. 50mp is brilliant colour is perfect ai is amazing other than circle to remove which seems to have colour and brightness issues on the whole photo. Other than that, it's pretty sputtastic. Everything else about it too
For a company to charge this sort of money for a phone that only has 128gigs of NON EXPANDABLE storage is, in my opinion, an insult.
The phones should start with at least 256gigs.
This is Google though, they just want to make sure you also have a Google One subscription...
any other phone with 256gb with 5 or 8 years of software updates and unlockable bootloader?
I think they did that for people to get sub to theyr cloud services.
Exactly. Apple has been doing this for far too long so everyone copies. When I got an iPhone last it was eye watering the extra they wanted for more storage.
Phone does, or does now at least - come with optional 256gb storage.
Love the Pixel, and your reviews!
Got my pixel 8 pro since Saturday. Previously used a pixel 7 pro and an iphone 15 pro max. Briefly tried the oneplus 12 and s24ultra too.
Gotta confidently say, while the tensor chip is still lacking behind the others, pixel software makes up for it. Love the software experience and the camera. Also the screen is great
How was your OnePlus 12 camera experience? The S24 Series was trash and the iPhone 15 Pro was meh.
@elindenstein hi, i have OnePlus 12 two months by Now And i must say.. camera Its not bad! But vivo x100 pro Is another level...
@@elindensteinbut OnePlus Is much better in Photos then S24.. ONLY video Is average
@@fasciny Any experience of pets and kids and how it works with them, plus anything in motion? This is really where the S24 struggles (and low light)
@@elindenstein overall OnePlus 12 Is savage this year And i love that phone. There Is "action mode" And when Is good light there Is no problem to catch Sharp Photos. In low light Its a problem. But for all phones Its tricky...
where do you get your phone wallpapers
I'd love to hear about how often Chris drops the phones when he shoots those rotating phone shots in his hands
I got mine 2 weeks ago and I'm upgrading from the pixel 6A and I can honestly say it was worth the upgrade.
I upgraded at launch since my Pixel 5 was ending it's support, the Bay is nice but I wish it launched with Mint for the transition.
Holy smoke. Coincidentally timing
Where do you get your wallpapers?????????
Hi Chris I bought the 256Gb Pixel 8 Pro outright to replace my Oppo Find X3 Pro and have enjoyed it so far. The ability to choose best pic is useful and I enjoy the call screening. I won't be buying another phone anytime soon unless one of the big boys comes up with a game changing feature. But it won't be 7 years though I suspect.
What do you think of the selfie camera? I really like the camera in iphone (as we all r)
Is it good?
Regarding the thermometer, I will say once the FDA approved it for using on people here in the US I've tested it on myself aside another thermometer. It's pretty accurate.
That being said, what I use it for the most is checking the pavement to see if it's too hot for my dog to walk on. That's the only time since owning the thing I was like "damn, I actually found a use for this"
I really like how this phone looks. I decided to go with the pixel fold. I just love stock android. Good review mate.
It's my daily driver since October and i love it. The only two things it can use is a stronger chip set that can run ALL or most computations locally and a PROPER fingerprint sensor.
love your reviews
I really wanna try Pixel 8 pro, currently have an S23 Ultra but I am not too confident about pixels battery and cpu performance. I like to take pics too and i can always edit Samsung pics to my liking.
I have the Pixel 7 Pro and the S23 Ultra, like them both but the P7P gets more usage, I do use Nova Launcher for it. While One UI 6.1 is a beast with functionality options, I experience bugs with the OS for some reason so I use it only for content consumption, like social networking 😅
I think the cheaper Pixels are the best price/performance option. Still rocking a 6a! Which takes great photos, cack video though.
I've had the pixel 4a, now have the pixel 6a of which I cracked the screen, so I just ordered the Pixel 8 Pro.
My experience with the budget phones have been tremendously good. Best phones I've had for sure, and yes the software has a big part in it. Excited to try a flagship Google phone, and I think seriously props to Google for making me even consider a flagship even, because for me that's a first. Now that I could afford it, I wasn't much in doubt that I wasn't leaving pixel any time soon, even with other tempting options i didn't spend much time considering them.
Can somebody recommend me the best camera phone right now within the 300-500 Euro range?
I was thinking about the Pixel 7a, but as the Pixel 8a will get released soon, I'll probably wait for that
What do you thibk is a better phone to change from my xperia 5ii, pixel 8 or xperia 5v?
Would you be reviewing the Moto Edge 50 Ultra in the near future?
I don't think it's out in the UK yet
🤣🤣 that was a good rant, I am just glad that heating problem was solved does this mean that the 7s dont heat up anymore??
If you had to use a daily would you use the pixel 8 pro, the s24 ultra, or the iPhone 15 pro max?
A pixel is a pixel. You buy it for the software and camera expecting lackluster performance.
Alternately, a bland featureless Stock Android phone with a good camera if you're not part of the 20 countries it released in.
Pretty much. I'm honestly glad they don't sell in my location. No one is missing out.
I usually hate large phones but I’m making an exception this time for this one. I’m really enjoying my Pixel 8 Pro. It’s the best Pixel yet. However, I am looking forward to upgrading to Pixel 9 Pro because I am starting to get tired of the large size.
😂😂
Clown😂😂
Confused fella. Nothing beats compact phones. 😅
Does it rattle in the camera area like my 7 pro?
@@yahyandanusa7834 I'm not confused at all. I use telephoto 1000% more than ultrawide.
I wonder what watch is that on your wrist ... 🤔
Can we get that wallpaper link?
I got my pixel 8 pro for the equivalent of £550/650 depending on how you weigh up the cost of a sim only contract minutes/data. For that price I think it's excellent. Camera is phenomenal, games play just fine, and battery when used in 1080/120hz mode is just great at around 8hrs+ screen on time. I only use the 1440p for films that support the higher resolution as my eyes at 50cm can't tell the difference between 1080p/1440p unless really looking for it.
People need to chill about benchmarks and about having the bleeding edge. My oneplus 7T needed replacing because the USB became faulty and the battery started to fail a little, but in day to day tasks it managed just about fine apart from the odd bugs which were common even when new.
My three complaints are it would be nice to have the same pro features but at say 6.4inches as even my big hands struggle occasionally. It would be nice if the 50MP photos took a little less time to shoot/be less susceptible to blurriness. And I would also like a samsung dex style chromebook ish experience.
I bought mine on release as they had a promotion of a free Pixel Watch 2(which sucked). It is a very good phone but not for the money. The camera is amazing. The build quality is nice, but charging is very slow,wifi keeps switching on,i find the screen overly senstive selecting things way too often and scrolls jerky and slow at times, phone reception is not great,temperature sensor is a waste and the performance is noticeably lagging behind top tier phones. It's still a great phone and the software carries it. But it just simply isn't worth it for the money when you can have a higher spec phone for the same price or close enough.
Id give it 7/10.
I've been quite happy with my 8Pro . Don't know what all the hate is about . Sure it could be a bit cheaper for not having the best processor but using it since launch, day to day use has been flawless for me and I love the UI and Cameras
So I had the pixel 8 pro for about 3 months. For some reason I enjoyed my experience with the 6 pro much better for some reason. The good wud include the fact that the finger print reader and facial recognition was good, battery life wasn't bad, slow charging. The things I hated was that the bezels easily got scratched or dinged even with a case on. It fell from me once witb a case on the bezel still got a visible dent. I had a camera lens cover and wanted to take it off when I tried taking it off the camera bezel got scratches just from my nails taking off the camera lens cover I put on... The bezels are just too soft. The phone wud constantly loose Bluetooth connection, or asking me to reconnect the device all over again. Loved the recording and transcription. There were just too much bugs to say I was in love. Moved on to a s24 ultra, it's been a month and I can't remember having any issues so far.
I've never bothered with oversized phones but the Pixel 8 Pro swayed me to get one. A damn fine phone with a really good camera and some neat features.
love my pixel 8
South Africa is still not getting the Google phones, so sad. Still looks like beautiful phone and nice all rounder.
Breaks my heart
Still waiting for Moto edge 50 ultra review
I love mine apart from a few choppy apps occasionally. It will be fixed in Android 15 so Google say. I use the camera in 50mp mode and it's so detailed
I have the 8 pro with a big chunck of memory and I like the phone coming from xperia 5 III I do love the camera the zoom is amazing taking pictures or videos quality is amazing. I still think it worth the money plus the connection with the pixel watch which came with it is amazing. Just the limited amount of storage in the cloud sucks.
I have found using the Pixel 8 Pro effortless. No fighting the OS like with my old Samsung S22 Pro.
At that price range, they should have had 8 Gen 2, tensor just sucks at performance. 1.1 M antutu....are you kidding me? 😢
Agreed going from oneplus 11 in mobile gaming to this was a downgrade 😢
Super happy with the 8 Pro 256Gb. Camera has been great. Software experience is really good. I don't play games on my phone so not missing much there. The only downside is when the higher than usual power consumption occurs when I am not on wifi. Maybe just my phone but would be interested to hear if anyone else has the same issue. Overall, loving it and looking forward to see what Google does with its next flagship phone. Hoping for a better CPU onboard than the Samsung produced ones which is just passable.
I currently own a Pixel 7 Pro. I dropped it some time ago, and while it still works great, I can now hear rattling when I shake the phone. I also fancy a smaller phone. So I thought to myself that it's time for a change. Now I can't decide: should I wait for the smaller Pixel 9 Pro? Should I take Pixel 8, or maybe I should go for S23 (with its oversaturation) or S24 (with its exynos). Holy Rita, do help me in my first world torment! 😂
Did you have a case on it when you dropped it ?
@@CoachD77 Yes I did. It works, just rattles... And I think sometimes focusing is a tad longer.
@@strwtchr That sucks then. Hopefully it wasn't a Mous case.
@@CoachD77 I think that's just kinetics. The phone was guarded correctly, I think the movement change is the culprit. And it's really not that problematic.
Does this phone over heat easily like the pixel 6?
so do you recommend someone with pixel 7 pro upgrade to 8 pro? people say its basically not worth the price
I’ve tried Pixel 6, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro. All of them had terrible phone signal and didn’t work well with WiFi calling either so using them as a phone was a dreadful experience. Also face detection when taking a call was hilariously bad. Anyway, don’t know when I’ll ever try another Pixel.
I'll wait for pixel 10, hopefully by that time they'll have a SOC that doesn't suck
Eh depends if you wanna game, if you do then that's fine but I always think that if you wanna game just buy a console or get a pc. Phones are not meant for gaming it's just a nice feature to have but they are not tailor made to game.
@@AssassinIsAfk i dont game on my phone, but me and many other people have had bad experiences with exynos after trying Galaxy phones multiple times. Pixel use a rebranded exynos. When pixel 9 releases it will probably have a chip very similar to the one found in s24, that one is worse in almost all aspects compared to the Snapdragon version of the phone.
Ecco la tua birra grande 🍺
I love my pixel 8 pro. I never have any trouble with the performance, it is something you've mentioned in multiple videos about this phone. I play all the same games you do, never gets hot, never stutters. I listen to podcast all day while I'm at work. Never have any issues with connectivity. Maybe you got a little bit of a dud? It's been my favorite phone I've ever owned. Granted I have not used a phone with Snapdragon gen 3,
I have a 7 Pro and have mostly liked it, but I I hate that it overheats regularly. I set it on my seat in my car and it gives me warnings within minutes. Really annoying here in the temperature extreme midwest
The size always prevents me from getting the pro model as I have small hands unfortunately 😅
2400 nits of brightness is definitely an improvement but in the Sun in Florida it's still not good enough
I skipped the Pixel 8's. Still loving my Pixel 7 Pro. Might upgrade to the 9 Pro/XL tho :)
Same, but I will be upgrading to the Pixel 9 Pro... although I am one of the few that likes the curved screens so I will miss that.
just wait for the 10 with the TSMC chip
@@FacelessBeanie I see what you are saying but I'm one that feels like the performance of all of these smart phones are stellar and do what they are supposed to do and operate fast enough and optimized for me, so I don't need the newest chip to be satisfied. I am sure the 10 version will be nice though.
@@CoachD77 has overheating been a problem?
@@Shadowzz. It's done it a few times, but nothing I'm concerned with at all. Love this phone.
I managed to grab one brand new two weeks ago for 600 bucks. I'm quite enjoying the phone. Yeah, no Snapdragon Gen 3 performance but it runs smooth nevertheless. The display is amazing, cameras are great.
Maybe we are all just looking at synthetic benchmark numbers too much. On the daily it works great for everything I need it to do. Granted, gaming is not it's forte so I fall back on playing Genshin and other heavy games on my iPad... But as a phone, man I'm having a blast. Loving the clean software.
I had bad experience back in January. Stutters in Google Discover, in some Google settings, apps like Telegram, lag in unlocking with Face ID, really was annoying and I just returned to Pixel 6. Maybe that was because of LTPO display. Now I just got S24 Ultra and so far experience is super smooth.
Pixel 8 (regular one) video stutters badly when filmed at 60FPS (both 4K and 1080p). Not sure if that's also the problem on the Pro, but yeah, basically 60FPS videos are unusable.
Really looking forward for Pixel 8 Pro but unfortunately Google didn't get the memo that Software cannot fix Hardware issues.
Interesting review
Great phone and stellar price considering it has the 3rd best cameras on the market behind Apple and Samsung.
I wish I'd got the pro instead of the 8 I still keep my mi 11 lite close by because of the form factor. I miss a bigger phone.
I went from pixel 7 to 8 pro for the zoom lense.
Battery life isnt great and finger print reader is slower than the 7.
I got the 256gb version, it was the most expensive phone I'd ever brought.
I do like the vanilla android experience.
I am disappointed to find that the screen has a few chips in it - that's the last time i listen to a reviewer saying it doesn't need a screen protector!
I've been a Pixel user since 1. I see no need to change.
I want to give the next Pixel, 9proxl a try after beijg exclusively samsung for a decade, but google just cant seem to get battery life on par with samsung. :/
Love my 8 pro!
hands down the best phone reviewer on youtube , never disappoints....🤣👍👍👍
I've had the pixel 3, 6 and 7 Pro and I just can't get past the bugs. That gesture pill loves to stay on the screen during films. Even their exclusive features are very hit and miss. I'll stick with my Nothing Phone 2 and iPhone 14 PM.
I always wanted a pixel can’t get now
But I love the design and the software I feel like is simply great but comes after the iPhone and Samsung in terms of built
But comes second only to the iPhone in terms of software
Got a used but mint one for £400, but even at this price i have some regrets 😂 the ONLY good things about this phone is camera, ergonomic in hand feel, updates. Thats it.
Biggest complaint is that Battery life sucks and it gets toasty when gaming or doing anything demanding.
With flagship killers you get good everything like battery performance etc, the only downside is the cameras are usually rubbish.
P8p is like the opposite of a flagship killer, good cameras and nothing else LOL
I got the phone for $399.99 band new back at launch through my carrier in the states and even for that price I got rid of it. Was the over heating on why I did and for how big the phone is, my iPhone 15 pro should not be out performing it.
I'm curious, how did you get rid of It when it's tied to a carrier? I have the fold but it's tied to Verizon for 3 years.
@@Ryan.Mon24 no contract. My carrier is a one of those off ones that just the big carrier towers and you get the same service without being ripped off. If you live in the states and have spectrum int, look into their mobile.
Haha! Mr. Spurt, you seem like the type of silly sod I'd like to sit down and have a big pint with, just discussing all the shit going down in the world! 😅😆 Love the way you articulate and explain the simpelest features with likenesses of everyday junk! 🤣😁 Please have my like 👍 (already subscribed) Tally ho and cheers!
EDIT: I am a Bay Blue Pixel 8 Pro user (see=junkie) myself!
6:26 That was the weirdest s.hit ever 🤣
the miku wallpaper got me. instant like
When you're talkin' bout durability I think that you today should compare every phone with the quality of the S24 ULTRA build.. 🎉
This titanium shell enclosed in GORILLA ARMOUR is an another level of quality..
I love this guy's humor.
Ive had and still got the pixel 2 4 5 6a 7pro. I like all these phones however next phone going back to iphone. I havent had an iphone since iPhone 7 but pixels just heat up after a while of use or in hot weather they start to lag until they have cooled back down. Im done with pixels
Pixel phones is a love and hate thing. U love it and hate it at the same time 😅
Deja Vu? pleased your heed healed mate..
Shogun, The Gentleman, Flex X Cop. A man of the culture!
Besides Shogun. What were the other movies/shows?
Looks like the scenes with Kaya Scodelario, Giancarlo Esposito and Theo James are from a Netflix series called ‘The Gentlemen’. I don't know about the Korean/Asian ones.
@@DanielAlejandroTapiaAlanis Thanks.
Does it rattle like a baby rattle or like my 7 pro?
I've had one for a bit over a week, the thing runs really warm doing basic tasks and gets uncomfortable to hold after 15-30 minutes. Wifi connection is also garbage, low connection where an iPhone 14 Pro would have good connection. I had to force it to stop auto selecting network because it would just chew through my cell data all day despite having wifi available, because the connection to wifi is just that abysmal it constantly disconnects. No other phone I've used has had poor wifi from my home connection.
They almost got it, really close to being a perfect device but a couple frustrating issues makes it quite the opposite day to day.
Sounds like u got a faulty unit. Ive mine since a few days and didnt experience any of these issues. Neither poor connection nor too much heat. It gets a little warmer but far less than last year
@@VitiateTheImmortallots of faulty units out there I guess 😂
Nah these dudes prob got a faulty unit because mine runs smooth as butter. Only gets warm sometimes but that's every phone@@sethelele
@@VitiateTheImmortalthat’s the ol Google QC at work, for every good device there’s about 5 faulty ones
I wish battery life on Pixel are on par with Samsung and iPhone
Love mine its mint also i got it in the mint limited edition colour way 😁
Funny enough I do remember plenty of hot days down at the 'cat and dog' steps but not many to be fair.
You remember plenty but not many to be fair😂😂😂😂
sold my pixel 7 and picked up an s24. The only thing bad about the phone was it's modem. I wouldnt receive calls in concrete buildings so it had to go
I wonder why Pixel 7 Pro (also a Pro!) misses all those AI shenanigans e.g. in Camera, themes..?
Ok. Did Google paid RUclipsrs to review it again? I see Android Authority publishing the same device review within the same hour 🧐
And no disclosure.
Selling their souls to Mammon.
@@Shaolinof36thChamberThey could be friends as many RUclipsrs are..They may be collaborating.
Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!! 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Why would i want to know the exact temperature of my coffee. 😂
not that one handed exploit lmaooooo
All I am waiting for right now is a pixel flagship that is based on soc developed by tsmc fabrication 💪
Gaming feels like the only department the pixel doesn't hold up. Maybe pixel 9 will give better performance
I have a 7 pro, decent enough phone but scolling can be annoying. Most annoying thing is that you cant charge with other brands chargers 🤬
Well it’s £200 off right now and because i have Google one, Google has kindly sent me a 25% off pixel 8 series. Which bring the price to 599 for the pro. Time to upgrade 😊
US?
No
Its UK
But i was wrong. Right now the pixel is only 20% with the voucher it just adds another 5% to it.
Huawei pura 70 ultra
tensor is trash atm sold mine 2months in and just bought s24 and be done with it
GREAT video as always, makes me laugh yet professional and informative. Which would you choose... The pixel 8PRO or the S24 ?