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Pixel 8 vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Google · 2023

Pixel 8

Pixel 8
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$699 USD
Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad mini (2024) BETTER THAN Pixel 8?

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Pixel 8
Apple iPad mini (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPixel 8Apple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,575 mAh5,078 mAh+5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27WStandard27W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.2"8.3"8.3"
Chassis Weight187gN/A187g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 8:
  • ✓812g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9300 lower launch MSRP ($699 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓Larger 5,078 mAh battery capacity (+503 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 8Apple iPad mini (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.2"8.3"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (428 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Pixel 8 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A17 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN250 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10.5 MP, f/2.212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 8 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mmN/A
Weight187 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,575 mAh5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging18W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$699Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad mini (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad mini (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A17 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Pixel 8:
Significantly faster wired charging: 27W vs max 0W · Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 82.0 · Larger battery capacity: 5,078 mAh (+503 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 8 vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Which phone is better: Pixel 8 or Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Apple iPad mini (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to Pixel 8 (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 82.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,078 mAh (+503 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 8 and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Pixel 8 is equipped with a 6.2-inch display and 4575 mAh battery, while Apple iPad mini (2024) features a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 8 and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 8 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100.

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