Google Pixel 8 Pro Review: Premium Features Unleashed

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is Google’s 2023 premium flagship smartphone, featuring the custom Google Tensor G3 chip, a 6.7 – inch Super Actua LTPO OLED display, an upgraded triple – rear camera system, and a 5050mAh battery. It stands out for its on – device generative AI capabilities, seven – year software support, and a built – in skin thermometer, targeting users who value cutting – edge AI, computational photography, and long – term software longevity.

Basic Identity & Launch Info

Item	Details
Full English Name	Google Pixel 8 Pro 5G
Model Code	GC3VE, G1G8V0 (Global)
Launch Date	Oct 12, 2023 (Global release)
Core Position	Premium flagship; AI – first mobile experience leader
Key Taglines	“Tensor G3. Super Actua display. 7 years of updates.”
Starting Price (2023)	$999 (128GB, US); up to $1,399 (1TB, US)

Key Technical Specifications (English)

1. Display

Parameter	Details
Type & Size	6.7 – inch Super Actua LTPO OLED (Curved Edge)
Resolution	QHD+ (1344×2992), 515 ppi
Refresh Rate	1–120Hz adaptive LTPO (variable refresh rate)
Peak Brightness	2400 nits (HDR); 1000 nits (typical)
Protection & Features	Gorilla Glass Victus 2; 10 – bit color; DCI – P3; HDR10+; 240Hz touch sampling; Always – on Display

2. Processor & Performance

Parameter	Details
Chipset	Google Tensor G3 (4nm) + Titan M2 security chip
CPU Architecture	Octa – core (1×3.0GHz Cortex – X3 + 4×2.35GHz Cortex – A715 + 3×2.0GHz Cortex – A510)
GPU	Immortalis – G715s MC10
Memory & Storage	12GB LPDDR5X RAM; 128GB/256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 3.1 (non – expandable)

3. Camera System

Camera Type	Specifications	Video Capabilities
Rear Camera	50MP main (f/1.7, 1/1.31″, dual – pixel PDAF, laser AF, OIS, 82° FOV) + 48MP 5x telephoto (f/3.5, 1/2.55″, PDAF, OIS, 20.6° FOV) + 48MP ultra – wide (f/2.2, 125.8° FOV, AF, OIS, macro mode)	4K@30/60fps (all rear lenses); 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; 10 – bit HDR; Cinematic Blur; OIS + gyro – EIS
Front Camera	10.5MP ultra – wide (f/2.2, 95° FOV, fixed focus)	4K@30/60fps; 1080p@30/60fps

4. Battery & Charging

Parameter	Details
Battery Capacity	5050mAh non – removable Li – ion
Wired Charging	30W PD3.0/PPS (50% in ~30 mins; full in ~80 mins)
Wireless Charging	23W (2nd – gen Pixel Stand); 12W Qi; 5W reverse wireless charging (Battery Share)
Charging Features	Fast charging, wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, bypass charging

5. Design & Build

Parameter	Details
Material	Aluminum frame (Matte Metal); Glass back; Glass front
Dimensions	162.6×76.5×8.8mm
Weight	213g
Color Options	Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint (select markets)
Protection	IP68 dust/water resistance (up to 1.5m for 30 mins); skin thermometer sensor

6. Software & Connectivity

Parameter	Details
Initial OS	Android 14 (upgradable to Android 21)
Software Support	7 years of OS/security updates
Connectivity	5G (Sub – 6 & mmWave on select models), Wi – Fi 6E, BT 5.3, NFC, UWB, IR
Security	In – display optical fingerprint; face unlock (Titan M2 – secured); biometric authentication

Key Differentiators

Generative AI Features: Tensor G3 enables on – device AI tools like Magic Editor, Best Take, and Audio Magic Eraser for advanced photo/video editing.
Super Actua Display: Boasts a 1–120Hz refresh rate and 2400 – nit peak brightness for enhanced outdoor visibility and power efficiency.
Upgraded Camera System: The 48MP ultra – wide camera with OIS and macro mode delivers superior low – light and close – up performance.
Long – term Software Support: 7 years of OS and security updates, setting a new standard for flagship smartphones.
Skin Thermometer: A built – in sensor for measuring skin temperature, adding a unique health – related feature.

Common Terminology Clarification

Titan M2: A dedicated security chip that safeguards biometric data, secure boot, and sensitive transactions

Tensor G3: Google’s third – gen custom chip optimized for on – device AI/ML tasks, improving computational photography and generative AI performance.

Super Actua Display: Google’s brand for its advanced LTPO OLED panel with variable refresh rate (1–120Hz) and high peak brightness.

IP68: Dust – tight and water – resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, suitable for daily splashes and dust exposure.