Google Pixel 8 leads
by 2 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S23 are closely matched overall. Google Pixel 8 leads in camera and display. Samsung Galaxy S23 leads in performance and battery.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 8
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
Samsung Galaxy S23
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Meaningful differences
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Layout
Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
HDR Support
Display Protection
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.2"Better | 6.1" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1080 x 2400Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone A leads | 2000 nitsBetter | 1750 nits |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 424 ppiBetter | 422 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Needs more data | Yes | Not available |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
CPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Cores
Geekbench (Single)
Storage Type
Chipset
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
RAM Type Needs more data | LPDDR5X | Not available |
CPU Clock Phone B leads | 2.91GHz | 3.36GHzBetter |
CPU Cores Needs more data | 9 | Not available |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone B leads | 1x2.91GHz + 4x2.37GHz + 4x1.70GHz | 1x3.36GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 3x2.0GHzBetter |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 1158631 | 1231075Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 1158631 | 1231075Better |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | 3526 | Not available |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 4404 | 4950Better |
Storage Phone B leads | 256GB | 512GBBetter |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Close match | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Mali-G715 MP7 | Adreno 740 |
Rear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceRear Camera
Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Close match | 50MP | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone B leads | 50MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MP + 10MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.31Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.7Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Needs more data | Not available | 3x |
Digital Zoom Needs more data | 8x | Not available |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Phone B leads | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Phone B leads | 10.5MP | 12MPBetter |
Front Sensor Needs more data | Samsung ISOCELL 3J1 | Not available |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Needs more data | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Generating honest comparison...
Pixel 8 and Galaxy S23 are closely matched. Display Size: 6.2" vs 6.1" Resolution: 1080 x 2400 vs 1080 x 2340 The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for photographers and content creators. Pixel 8 offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Best for users who prioritize performance and battery. Galaxy S23 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 8 | Samsung Galaxy S23 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000 | ≈ Rs 71,400 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 8 and Samsung Galaxy S23 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. Google Pixel 8 leads in Camera, Display, Software. Samsung Galaxy S23 leads in Performance, Battery.
The top differences are: Display Size (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Resolution (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Peak Brightness (Google Pixel 8 advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 8 advantage), CPU Clock (Samsung Galaxy S23 advantage).
Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy S23 tends to last longer on a charge.
Google Pixel 8: non-PTA approximately Rs 56,000 – Rs 98,000; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S23: non-PTA approximately Rs 71,400; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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