Google Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: Which is Better

Google Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: The Pixel 8 and iPhone 15 are affordable premium phones from Google and Apple. If you have 800 bucks and you need a phone to buy, one of these two phones might just be it.

However, which is the better phone, the Pixel 8 from Google, or the iPhone 15 from Apple? Which should you spend your money to buy and why? These are the questions the conclusion of this Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15 specs comparison article will answer.

Google Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: Similarities

Features	Pixel 8	iPhone 15
Display Size	6.2-inches	6.1-inches
Display Panel	LTPO OLED	LTPO OLED
Display Design	Flat	Flat
microSD Card	NO	NO
3.5mm Jack	NO	NO
Wireless Charging	YES	YES
Waterproof	YES – IP68	YES – IP68

Display Size and Features

The display features and sizes on both smartphones are similar. Both the Pixel 8 and iPhone 15 have a similar 6.1-inch flat display. Both have the same OLED display panel, support for HDR10+, and similar bezels. The Pixel 8 has an 85.5% screen-to-body ratio while the iPhone 15 has an 86.4% screen-to-body ratio (which is pretty similar).

Other Similarities

Other similarities between the iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 8 are, USB type-C charging ports, no microSD card slot, no 3.5mm headphone jack port, wireless charging, IP68 dust/water resistance (up to 1.5m for 30 min), Nano-SIM and eSIM, 4K video recording, etc. But there are also lots of differences.

Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: Differences

Features	Pixel 8	iPhone 15
Refresh Rate	120Hz	60Hz
Chipset	Google Tensor G3	Apple A16 Bionic
GPU	Immortalis-G715s MC10	Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Software	Android 14	Apple iOS 17
Rear Camera	50 + 12MP	48 + 12MP
Battery	4575mAh	3349mAh
Security	Fingerprint	FaceID
Satellite Comm	N/A	Emergency SOS via satellite
Price	$699	$799

Display and Design

The design of both smartphones is different. The iPhone 15 has a big punch hole in the center of its screen while the Pixel 8 has a simple punch hole. The rear camera module of the Pixe 8 runs horizontally across the top rear panel while that of the iPhone 15 is square in the top left corner.

Another difference is that the display of the Pixel 8 supports a 120Hz smooth refresh rate while the iPhone 15 only supports 60Hz. So, the screen of the Pixel 8 is smoother than that of the iPhone 15 in some cases.

Chipset and Performance

The performance of both smartphones is different. The Apple iPhone 15 features the new Apple A16 Bionic chipset while the Google Pixel 8 features the Google Tensor G3. Both chipsets are 5G chipsets but the chipset in the iPhone 15 is more powerful.

The Apple A16 Bionic chipset in the iPhone is more power efficient, has faster CPU cores, and a more powerful GPU than the Tensor G3 chipset in the Pixel 8. So, when it comes to performance such as playing games, rendering graphics, etc. the iPhone 15 is better than the Pixel 8.

Software, UI, and Customization

Software is another area where both phones are different. iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS 17 while the Google Pixel 8 runs Android 14 software. The icons, UI, and UX on both phones are different. Choosing which software to use is based on user preference.

The UI of the Pixel 8 is more customizable than that of the iPhone 15. So, if you own the Pixel 8 Pro, you’ll have more freedom to customize things and if you’re like me, you’d probably like that.

Camera: Photography and Videography

The camera system is another area where both phones are different. The iPhone 15 comes with a 48MP primary camera while the Google Pixel 8 has a 50MP primary camera.

Both smartphones have a 12MP ultra-wide camera to complete the dual rear cameras of both phones. On the front, the Pixel 8 has a 10.8MP camera while the iPhone 15 has a 12MP camera. Both phones can shoot videos in 4K using the front and back cameras.

The iPhone 15 shoots better videos than the Pixel 8. This is because of its improved stability features, cinematic modes, etc. However, the Pixel 8 takes better photos and has more interesting camera features. You can read about these impressive Pixel 7 Pro camera features coming to the Pixel 8.

Battery and Charging

The Pixel 8 has a 4575mAh battery while the iPhone 15 has a 3349mAh battery. The Pixel 8 supports 27W wired and 18W wireless charging while the iPhone 15 supports 15W wired and 7.5W wireless charging.

The battery of both phones can last you more than 9 hours of intensive use. If you’re a light user, both phones can give you more than 24 hours of battery use. But, from our tests, the battery of the iPhone 15 lasts longer than that of the Pixel 8.

Google Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: Price

The price of the Google Pixel 8 (128GB) is $699 while the price of the Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) is $799. Pixel 8 is cheaper than the iPhone 15. Both phones are now available for purchase and you can use the details in the tables below to buy one or both phones.

Buy Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8	Price
Buy on Amazon	$699.00
Buy on Amazon(UK)	£699.00
Buy on Amazon(EUR)	€799.00

Buy Apple iPhone 15

iPhone 15	Price	Storage
Buy on BestBuy	$799	128GB
Buy on Amazon(UK)	£799	128GB
Buy on Amazon(EUR)	€799	128GB

Google Pixel 8 vs iPhone 15: Conclusion

The Apple iPhone 15 is a better-performing smartphone than the Google Pixel 8. The iPhone 15 has a better chipset and a battery that lasts longer than those of the Pixel 8. However, the Pixel 8 is cheaper and gives you similar values as the iPhone 15 while also giving you an extra 120Hz smooth refresh rate.

If you love playing games or you need a phone to render high graphics, then you should buy the iPhone 15 instead of the Pixel 8. Otherwise, buy the Pixel 8 and save $100 while getting the same value as the iPhone 15.