Pixel Comparison: Find the Best Phone for You

Google Pixel phone comparison: Choose the perfect Pixel for you.

Four Pixel phones make for a lot of options – we’ll help you find the right one.

It’s time for a new phone. Hooray! But there are so many great choices. Eek!

When you compare Google Pixel phones, all of them have cameras with amazing image quality plus built-in Google AI to make the finished photos even better. The long-lasting battery means you can go all day without needing a charge.² The Google Tensor chip in every phone delivers fast, responsive performance that powers the features you use to save time and make things easier. And Pixel phones are protected by multiple layers of security, including the Titan M2™ security chip.³

While Pixel offers those benefits across all models, different people have different needs when thinking about which Google Pixel to buy. Pixel comes in a diverse portfolio, from our A-series to the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Fold, to meet those different needs. Pixel 7a comes with all the vital features at the most affordable price point, while the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have the latest and greatest hardware and capabilities. Pixel Fold is the thinnest and most durable foldable phone on the market,⁴ giving you a larger canvas to explore the Pixel possibilities for multitasking and entertainment.

“With Pixel, our goal is to build the right product for the right user at the right price,” says Peter Prunuske, Google Senior Director in Product Management.

No matter which Google Pixel is best for you, Google’s powerful AI and innovative hardware, combined with software and security updates, help your phone stay up to date, grow more personal, and delight you in new ways. Here are some ways to figure out which Pixel is best for you.

Peter Prunuske, Google senior director of product management With Pixel, our goal is to build the right product for the right user at the right price.

Create your own memories

With pro-level hardware and Google AI editing, the Pixel Camera makes it easy to take amazing photos and videos. Front and rear camera systems have ultrawide lenses and zoom capabilities, while the Tensor chip and AI power features that sharpen blurry images of loved ones in motion, remove unwanted objects, take clear pictures in low light, and more. Real Tone represents the nuances of different skin tones beautifully and authentically, and Macro Focus lets you take stunning close-ups.

Which Google Pixel has the best camera?

Pixel 8 Pro – The best camera on a Pixel, with an extra telephoto lens to get up to 30x closer to your subjects with Super Res Zoom.⁵ Pro controls on Pixel 8 Pro give you more creative control and unlock advanced camera settings to enable high-resolution images for richer detail.⁶

With Video Boost, you now get amazing video processing that automatically adjusts color, lighting, stabilization, and graininess – and goes even further with Night Sight Video.⁷

Pixel 8 – A fully upgraded rear camera system with advanced image processing to reveal vivid colours and striking details in any light. And it has Macro Focus so the smallest subjects can become spectacular images.

Pixel 7a – Maybe you don’t need all the bells and whistles and just want great photos made simple. If you just want a great family shot, Pixel 7a’s dual rear camera system lets you create perfect photos every time. It’s easy to take amazing pictures in low light, fix your blurry photos, and remove distractions.

Pixel Fold – The amazing Pixel Camera now in a foldable phone. Astrophotography is even better on this foldable. The stable folding base removes the need for a tripod, making it easy to get the long exposure you need to photograph the night sky when it’s in tabletop mode. With this split-screen multitasking master, open two apps side by side and do more things at once.

A phone as stylish as it is helpful

Phones should look cool. After all, it’s likely to spend more time in your hand than hidden away in your pocket or purse. That’s why all Pixel phones are made with elegant materials and designed with fashion trends and longevity in mind. Even better, these phones are largely made up of recycled content.⁹ And since bumps and dings are an inevitable part of a phone’s journey, all Pixel models are scratch- and water-resistant.¹⁰

Pixel has you covered for all your phone fashion needs.

Pixel 8 Pro – Sleek and sophisticated, Pixel 8 Pro is crafted with a polished aluminium frame and smooth, matte back glass. It comes in elegant colours such as Porcelain and Bay.

Pixel 8 – Fresh and modern, Pixel 8 raises the bar for beautiful design, standing out in Hazel and Rose colours, contoured edges, and a satin finish.

Pixel 7a – It comes in four bold colours, including Coral, a Google Store exclusive. And it’s made with recycled aluminium, glass, and plastic.⁹

Pixel Fold – With cutting-edge tech and a sleek design profile, Pixel Fold is our most versatile form factor yet. When folded, it provides a thoughtful hand size similar to what you’d get from a more traditional smartphone. Once you unfold it, you get an immersive 7.6" display perfect for media and multitasking.

Stay on the go, worry-free

Whether you’re running errands, jumping between meetings, or heading out on an all-day hike, Pixel has you covered with plenty of storage options and a long-lasting battery that will work for more than 24 hours under most circumstances.² The Adaptive Battery uses machine learning to power apps based on which are more or less important to you, and Extreme Battery Saver helps when you need to radically extend battery life.

When it comes to picking which Pixel has the best battery life, all Pixel phones let you turn on Extreme Battery Saver to get up to 72 hours of battery life.¹² And when that dies down, charge back to 50% in just 30 minutes with fast wired charging. For wireless charging, Pixel Stand is fast and convenient.¹³

Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL

All pro. Pure magic.

Made for you – deciding which Google Pixel to buy

Pixel phones are designed for memories, entertainment, and productivity. And with Google AI on every phone, Pixel is transformed from an amazing smartphone into a truly personal device, tailored to the way you use it and ensuring it gets better and more helpful over time.¹⁴ In addition, you can customise your lock screen or download wallpapers that speak to you.

Pixel 8 Pro – With its stunning 2400 nit peak brightness and a variable refresh rate that intelligently adjusts from 1 to 120Hz, even in direct sunlight, you’ll love how Super Actua renders Ultra HDR images on its 6.7-inch display.¹⁴ And with its powerful processor, it’s great for gaming, too.

Pixel 8 – Pixel 8’s 6.2-inch high-resolution Actua display delivers sharp, vivid colours and rich detail, with a refresh rate up to 120Hz for smoother scrolling and switching between apps.¹⁵

Pixel 7a – With its slightly smaller display (6.1 inches), Pixel 7a is a great phone for emails and chats.

Pixel Fold – With a signature design including split-screen multitasking on its 7.6" display that gives you all the benefits of a tablet, Pixel Fold lets you do many things at once on apps optimised to take advantage of the larger screen – or enjoy a movie on its full screen. Keep it folded and the exterior screen lets you do all the usual tasks you’d expect from a Pixel phone – like responding to Messages, browsing Chrome, or using the suite of Call Assist features, such as Direct My Call, Call Screen and Clear Calling.

Takeaways

All Pixel phones bring hardware and software together with AI at the centre

They come in a range of sizes to align with different needs

Choose from a world-class camera, a foldable phone, a nice blend of price and performance, and the lowest price

Pixel 8a

Colorful. Powerful. AI-full.