In comparison to the Pixel 7 Pro, how valuable is the Google Pixel 8 Pro?

 In comparison to the Pixel 7 Pro, how valuable is the Google Pixel 8 Pro?

The Google Pixel series was formerly seen of as more of a niche device, but that perception has changed recently, particularly after the release of the Pixel 7. It would be fascinating to see whether Google can continue its upward trend with the recently announced Pixel 8 series.

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Concept and display

The pillbox camera from the Pixel 7 Pro was removed with the Pixel 8 Pro. It features an elegant circular module instead that can hold telephoto, wide-angle, and ultra-wide cameras. Due to a narrower, smoother bezel, the Pixel 8 Pro is also somewhat smaller than the Pixel 7 Pro.

The screen size is the same, but the resolution has changed slightly (1440 x 3120 vs. 1344 x 2992), which you won't even notice. As if 1500 nits weren't already bright enough, you'll notice a significant boost in peak brightness from 1500 nits to a breathtaking 2400 nits.

Cameras

Similar wide-angle cameras are included on the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro, but the Pixel 8 Pro's edge has a narrower aperture, which results in more light and better nighttime photos. The ultra-wide camera has seen the most significant improvement, with a 48-megapixel sensor and a narrower aperture.

The selfie camera, however, has a narrower aperture (/2.2 vs. /3.5) but a minor drop in megapixels (10.5MP vs. 10.8MP). With the ultra-wide lens, we may anticipate some improvements in the Pixel 8 Pro's camera quality.

Performance

The Tensor G3 processor from Google, which powers the Pixel 8 Pro, provides all of the AI features that set the Pixel 8 Pro apart. In comparison to the previous Pixel phone generation, Google says that the Pixel 8 Pro can execute computations that are ten times more complicated.

How far behind the Pixel 8 Pro does the Pixel 7 Pro fall?

On the other side, the Tensor G2 processor in the Pixel 7 Pro is older. It is by no means idle, but its performance falls short of that of the Pixel 8 Pro. With the help of its outstanding machine learning skills, Google is able to provide some of its defining features, such real-time translation.

The Pixel 7 Pro has a 5,000 mAh battery, while the Pixel 8 Pro has a slightly bigger 5,050 mAh battery. There isn't much of a difference in the two phones' battery lives. In addition to the normal features, the Pixel 8 Pro includes generative AI models built-in, which is a significant boost over the Pixel 7 Pro.

These are simple models that operate directly on the gadget without using the cloud. They make it possible to use functions like the enhanced Magic Eraser, Zoom Enhance, and recorder summaries. According to Google, the Pixel 8 Pro is "AI in your hands," and it definitely fulfills that claim.

The software support is another factor that elevates the Pixel 8 Pro above competing models. It comes pre-installed with Android 14 and receives seven years' worth of software upgrades, security patches, and Android updates. If you want to retain your phone for a long time, this is important. The Pixel 7 Pro will only be an Android flagship phone until 2023 since it will only be supported for three years.

Is upgrading from Pixel 7 Pro to Pixel 8 Pro truly necessary?

If money is not a problem, your first choice should be the Pixel 8 Pro. It provides more than you may expect from a 2023 flagship device. Although it costs much more than other flagships—Rs 106,999—it is still rather expensive. If you're looking for a less expensive phone, the Pixel 7 Pro is still a great choice. While still being very inexpensive (about Rs 65K), it still has most of the unique features that make Pixel phones stand out.