iPhone 8 vs Pixel XL: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 8
Pixel XL
Too close to call: 2 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedPixel XL6064
- CameraiPhone 87268
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityPixel XL5357
- SecurityiPhone 88634
- ValueTie6868
- Pixel XL has the bigger battery3,450 mAh vs 1,821 mAh
- Pixel XL has a sharper main camera12.3 MP vs 12 MP
- Pixel XL has the bigger screen5.5" vs 4.7"
- iPhone 8 is lighter148 g vs 168 g
- iPhone 8 launched cheaper$699 vs $769
- Pixel XL has a sharper selfie camera8 MP vs 7 MP
- iPhone 8 has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.2
- Pixel XL has more RAM4 GB vs 2 GB
- iPhone 8 is better protected from water and dustIP67 vs IP53
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 8 and Pixel XL are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 8 for its lighter body (148 g vs 168 g) and lower launch price ($699 vs $769), or the Pixel XL for its bigger battery (3,450 mAh vs 1,821 mAh) and sharper main camera (12.3 MP vs 12 MP).
Lighter: 148 g vs 168 g (20 g less)
Larger battery: 3,450 mAh vs 1,821 mAh · Larger display: 5.5" vs 4.7"
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 8 or Pixel XL?
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 8 for its lighter body (148 g vs 168 g) and lower launch price ($699 vs $769), or the Pixel XL for its bigger battery (3,450 mAh vs 1,821 mAh) and sharper main camera (12.3 MP vs 12 MP). BeastScore: iPhone 8 63.8/100, Pixel XL 63.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 8 and Pixel XL?
iPhone 8 has a 4.7-inch display and 1821 mAh battery. Pixel XL has a 5.5-inch display and 3450 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 8 and Pixel XL compare for speed?
iPhone 8 scores 60/100 for performance; Pixel XL scores 64/100.
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