Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Apple iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 8 Pro are closely matched overall. Apple iPhone 16 leads in performance and battery. Google Pixel 8 Pro leads in camera and display.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 16
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery.
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differencePanel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone B leads | 6.1" | 6.7"Better |
Resolution Phone B leads | 1179 x 2556 | 1344 x 2992Better |
Refresh Rate Phone B leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Phone B leads | 2000 nits | 2400 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Phone B leads | 461 ppi | 490 ppiBetter |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Not available | Yes |
Display Protection Needs more data | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone B leads | 8GB | 12GBBetter |
RAM Type Needs more data | Not available | LPDDR5X |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 4.04GHzBetter | 2.91GHz |
CPU Cores Needs more data | Not available | 9 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 2x4.04GHz + 4x2.20GHzBetter | 1x2.91GHz + 4x2.37GHz + 4x1.70GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone A leads | 1721149Better | 1151243 |
AnTuTu Score Phone A leads | 1721149Better | 1151243 |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | Not available | 3613 |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone A leads | 7929Better | 4462 |
Storage Phone B leads | 512GB | 1024GBBetter |
Storage Type Phone A leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Apple A18 (3 nm)Better | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) | Mali-G715 MP7 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Aperture
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Sensor
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone B leads | 48MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 48MP + 12MP | 50MP + 48MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone B leads | 1/1.56 | 1/1.31Better |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.7 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 5x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 30x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
Front Camera Phone A leads | 12MPBetter | 10.5MP |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Not available | Samsung ISOCELL 3J1 |
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) | Multi-zone Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
Generating honest comparison...
iPhone 16 and Pixel 8 Pro are closely matched. Display Size: 6.7" vs 6.1" Resolution: 1344 x 2992 vs 1179 x 2556 The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery. iPhone 16 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Pixel 8 Pro offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 16 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 135,083 | ≈ Rs 75,040 – Rs 139,720 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 8 Pro can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Apple iPhone 16 leads in Performance, Battery. Google Pixel 8 Pro leads in Camera, Display, Software.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 8 Pro advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 8 Pro advantage), Refresh Rate (Google Pixel 8 Pro advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 8 Pro advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 8 Pro advantage).
Google Pixel 8 Pro delivers better camera performance overall.
Apple iPhone 16 offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Apple iPhone 16: non-PTA approximately Rs 135,083; PTA not entered. Google Pixel 8 Pro: non-PTA approximately Rs 75,040 – Rs 139,720; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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