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Google Pixel Fold vs Pixel 8

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

Smartphone Battle

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· 2023

Google Pixel Fold

$1799

82.0/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

82.0

Benchmark

Performance90/100

Camera85/100

Battery78/100

· 2023

Pixel 8

$699

82.0/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

82.0

Benchmark

Performance80/100

Camera88/100

Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:

✓Larger 4,821 mAh battery capacity (+246 mAh more capacity)
✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Pixel 8:

✓96g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$1100 lower launch MSRP ($699 vs $1799)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Google Pixel Fold	Pixel 8
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & Tech	OLED	OLED
Screen Size	7.6"	6.2"
Resolution & Density	2208x1840 (380 ppi)	2400x1080 (428 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,450 nits peak	2,000 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 13	Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB	8 GB
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1	50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom	10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	10.8 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	8 MP, f/2	10.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions	158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm	150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight	283 g	187 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IPX8	IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	4,821 mAh	4,575 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W wired fast charging	27W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	18W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth	5.3	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1799	$699

Editorial Lab Verdict

Google Pixel Fold edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Google Pixel Fold ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Google Pixel Fold:

Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+246 mAh more) · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

When to buy Pixel 8:

Brighter screen: 2,000 nits peak vs 1,450 nits · Lighter body: 187g (96g lighter in hand)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Google Pixel Fold vs Pixel 8

Which phone is better: Google Pixel Fold or Pixel 8?

Google Pixel Fold leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to Pixel 8 (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+246 mAh more) and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 8?

Google Pixel Fold is equipped with a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery, while Pixel 8 features a 6.2-inch display and 4575 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 8?

In lab hardware evaluations, Google Pixel Fold scores 85/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 8 scores 88/100.

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Google Pixel Fold edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Google Pixel Fold vs Pixel 8

Which phone is better: Google Pixel Fold or Pixel 8?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 8?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 8?

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