Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads
by 4 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
iPhone 16 Pro leads overall versus Pixel 8. Performance: 97.3 vs 80.6.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Google Pixel 8
Best for users who prioritize battery and software.
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| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.3"Better | 6.2" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1206 x 2622Better | 1080 x 2400 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Close match | 2000 nits | 2000 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 458 ppiBetter | 424 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 4.05GHzBetter | 2.91GHz |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 2x4.05GHz + 4x2.42GHzBetter | 1x2.91GHz + 4x2.37GHz + 4x1.70GHz |
Storage Phone A leads | 1024GBBetter | 256GB |
Storage Type Phone A leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Needs more data | Apple A18 Pro (3 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 48MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.28Better | 1/1.31 |
Rear Aperture Phone B leads | f/1.8 | f/1.7Better |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | 5x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
Front Camera Phone A leads | 12MPBetter | 10.5MP |
Front Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.9Better | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Phone A leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 16 Pro generally outperforms Pixel 8 across key categories. Display Size: 6.3" vs 6.2" This makes iPhone 16 Pro the better choice for most users, though Pixel 8 may excel in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. iPhone 16 Pro excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who need long battery life. Pixel 8 provides extended usage with strong software.
Value indices are calculated using score per 1,000 USD to show which phone delivers more for the money.
| Metric | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Google Pixel 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Budget (price) | $599.99 | $259.99 |
| Price value for budget | 146.67 | 323.09 |
| Camera for budget | 136.84 | 310.01 |
| Performance for budget | 162.17 | 310.01 |
Google Pixel 8 ranks higher for budget
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 8 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and pricing in Pakistan so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro wins more categories overall, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Display Size (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Resolution (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), CPU Clock (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage), CPU Cluster Speeds (Apple iPhone 16 Pro advantage).
Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Google Pixel 8 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro typically ranges from $599.99 to $599.99, while Google Pixel 8 ranges from $259.99 to $259.99.
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