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So that they are not disappointed in the performance of the SoC Tensor G3 Google has taken a rather unexpected step to ensure that users of the latest Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are not disappointed in the performance of their smartphones: the company has simply banned the installation of popular benchmarks like Geekbench and 3DMark on its new flagships. [caption id="attachment_68767" align="aligncenter" width="771"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] The ban is not absolute, since benchmarks cannot be downloaded only from Google Play, but you can use a third-party marketplace or install them via an APK file. However, the very fact of restricting the freedom of buyers of expensive smartphones does not speak in favor of Google: it is not for the manufacturer to decide what the user installs on his smartphone. The company has banned Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro users from installing popular benchmarks Google is proud of the Tensor G3 SoC and calls it its most powerful platform. But in terms of pure performance, it is inferior to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, not to mention the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 looming on the horizon. In reality, the overall performance of the Tensor G3 is approximately at the level of the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. To be convinced of this, you don’t even need to install benchmarks – the Internet already has detailed independent tests and comparisons of Google’s new products with other models in all popular benchmarks. [caption id="attachment_68766" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] When talking about the "power" of its SoC, Google focuses on accelerating AI tasks, while Geekbench measures overall performance and 3DMark focuses on measuring graphics performance. In both cases, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have nothing to brag about.

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But soon there will be more smartphones with Samsung E7 screens Yesterday we wrote that Google’s newest flagships – Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 – topped the DxOMark “screen” rating. And today it became clear why the new products performed so well in tests: it turned out that Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 became the world’s first smartphones with the latest Samsung E7 panel. Data about this is contained in the source code of the Google Pixel software. [caption id="attachment_68744" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8[/caption] News October 14, 2023 Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 are the world's first smartphones to feature Samsung's latest OLED panel The current generation of flagships like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Xiaomi 13 Pro are equipped with Samsung E6 OLED screens, and the new generation of devices will switch to E7 panels - the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. This will happen quite soon (the premiere of the Xiaomi 14 line is expected on October 27 ), and it’s not a fact that after the release of the new flagships, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 will continue to lead in the DxOMark “screen” rating.

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They scored the same number of points and shared first place in the corresponding rating. DxOMark specialists tested the screens of Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 smartphones and concluded that they are currently the best in the industry. The screen of each model received 154 points - this is the best result in absolute terms. Now the top 5 “screen” rating looks like this: Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, Google Pixel Fold, and Honor Magic5 Pro. [caption id="attachment_67004" align="aligncenter" width="539"] Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8[/caption] [caption id="attachment_67005" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8[/caption] The advantages of the Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 screens include high-quality color reproduction, good readability in all conditions, a smooth picture, and responsiveness when scrolling. The downsides include unwanted touches when holding the device with one hand, noticeable aliasing in games, and poor reproduction of dark tones in low-light conditions.

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They were brothers, but not twins Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones support face unlock. Even though both only have a single front-facing camera, Google says that thanks to AI and the power of Tensor G3, the new Pixel's Face Unlock feature is very secure and compliant with Class 3, which is the highest level of biometric security in Android. However, perhaps the reality is somewhat less rosy. [caption id="attachment_66970" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and 8 Pro[/caption] One of the first owners of the Pixel 8 Pro said on Reddit that his brother was able to unlock his smartphone, more than once. At the same time, the author notes that he and his brother are not twins. Interestingly, when the brothers tried the same trick on the Pixel 7 Pro, they didn’t succeed. Is face unlock on the new Pixel 8 and 8 Pro not as good as Google claimed? Of course, one case is not yet indicative. For example, we can recall many similar cases during the advent of Apple Face ID. Perhaps Google will improve the software and everything will get better. However, if not, this could be a problem. That's because Class 3 means the new face unlock can be used for payment authentication, as well as login verification and other areas where biometrics can be used. And here such system errors are definitely unacceptable.

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Because it is not supported by SoC Tensor G3 The new Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones do not support hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Because the Tensor G3 SoC does not have such support.  [caption id="attachment_65783" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] The authors of Android Authority say that Google personally confirmed this to them. Our colleagues also tried to run the In Vitro tests from Basemark and Solar Bay from 3DMark, which are designed to determine performance with ray tracing effects, but the tests did not run on Google’s new products.  New Google products do not support ray tracing The Tensor G3 is based on the Mali-G715 graphics core, which does not contain blocks for accelerating ray tracing or they are disabled. For comparison: the Immortalis-G715, based on the same architecture, supports tracing.  Let us remind you that tracing is supported by SoC Exynos 2200, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Dimensity 9200, and Apple A17 Pro. That is all current platforms for flagship smartphones. Thus, the new Pixels lag behind all competitors in this regard. However, ray tracing is still not used in games for smartphones.  

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APK file appeared Earlier this month, Google introduced two new flagship smartphones - Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. They include a host of new features and software updates, most notably the Google Camera 9.1 camera app. Google Camera v9.1 APK file with a new user interface, different controls, new Ultra HDR+, and other features can already be downloaded online. The installation file is available to owners of previous generations of Google Pixel smartphones. The new app adds an option called “Rich Colors in Photos.” This option allows the Display P3 format to be used instead of sRGB, allowing devices to capture vibrant, wide-gamut JPEG color images, all without the need for 10-bit HDR. [caption id="attachment_64887" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] The latest Google Camera 9.1 Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have already leaked online Plus, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are the first Android phones to take Ultra HDR photos. This is an innovative feature exclusive to Pixel devices. Ultra HDR+ helps photos look better by bringing out colors, highlights, and shadows. Images in this format are fully displayed on devices with an HDR display. But the Ultra HDR format is backward compatible with SDR, so those with older or simpler smartphones and computers will see a regular JPEG. Also in the Google Camera v9.1 application, a new design of quick settings is presented, which is called up by swiping up, as well as an updated menu of brightness controls, shadows, white balance, and other parameters.

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It's a long way from Gen 2 The Tensor G3 single-chip system, which underlies the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones, has passed 3DMark Wild Life tests, which demonstrates not only the performance of the SoC but also the level of throttling.  [caption id="attachment_64038" align="aligncenter" width="570"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] In the test, the older and younger models scored 8572 and 8216 points, respectively. After 20 testing cycles, performance dropped by almost half. The stability indicator was in the same order of 58.7% and 52.5%.   GPU in Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro The new SoC is reportedly produced using a 4 nm process technology, but not the most modern one. This is a Samsung 4LPP, although it could have been 4LPP+, which would have made the platform more energy-efficient. However, the stability indicator is also very low due to the lack of any efficient cooling system in Google smartphones.  As for GPU performance itself, we can recall that last year’s Pixel scored about 6500 points in the same test, about the same as the Exynos 2200 and Dimensity 8200 show. The same Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 already scores 7500–8000 points and higher, depending on the smartphone, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 shows a result of at least about 10,000 points.   That is, the new Google platform is noticeably faster than last year’s, but overall this is the level of Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 in good performance.  

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Google spared no glue on this model Just a few hours ago, Google introduced the��Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, and a video disassembling the younger model has already appeared on the Internet. [caption id="attachment_63691" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8[/caption] Disassembling the Pixel 8 should start with the screen, which also serves as a heat dissipator. Inside, everything is pretty standard: to get to the motherboard, you need to unscrew 14 screws. Google has provided tabs for quickly removing the battery, but they are not that much use: the battery is glued very well. The same can be said about the lid, which is almost tightly glued to the side frame. To replace the glass that protects the main camera lenses, you will have to disassemble the entire smartphone. What's inside the Google Pixel 8? First smartphone disassembly video [caption id="attachment_63692" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8[/caption] [caption id="attachment_63693" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8[/caption] [caption id="attachment_63694" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8[/caption] [caption id="attachment_63695" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8[/caption] Overall conclusion: Pixel 8 is easy to disassemble, but you must tinker with the glue. And not all components (the cover and the glass that protects the lenses) can be easily replaced. Therefore, only 7 out of 10 points for maintainability.

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Sizes, colors, cameras, etc. Well-known insider Evan Blass published a comparison table with the parameters of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. It looks like the table was taken from Google's website or its presentation materials for the announcement of new smartphones. [caption id="attachment_61716" align="aligncenter" width="428"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] Not all the characteristics are there, but you can see that all the latest leaks have been confirmed. The new smartphones will receive SoC Tensor G3, IP68 water protection, and 50-megapixel main cameras, and the Pixel 8 Pro will be able to measure temperature. Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro were declassified before the announcement. Also, the older model will receive an ultra-wide-angle camera with a resolution of 48 megapixels with autofocus (for the Pixel 8 it will be 12 megapixels) and a telephoto camera with a resolution of 48 megapixels with five times optical and 30 times hybrid zoom. The older model will be available in black, blue, and beige, and the younger model in black, gold, and gray-green. [caption id="attachment_61719" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] There are also images of the new Pixel Watch 2, but there are no specifications listed for them. Evan Bless is a reliable informant; he has previously made numerous true leaks. So, at one time he published exact images of Sony Xperia 5 II, Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Watch 3, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Live before their official premiere.

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The OS will probably be updated for five years The upcoming Google Pixel smartphones could set a new standard in terms of manufacturer support. According to recent data, the search giant will offer seven years of updates for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, up from the current five. No one has been offering Android smartphones for seven years on the market. True, it will probably be about five years of OS updates and two additional years of security updates, but this is still more than anyone else. [caption id="attachment_59877" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will receive seven years of updates In this case, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which will launch with Android 14, will end up with at least Android 19. The information was shared by Kamila Wojciechowska, who revealed details about the Pixel 7a last fall (support for a frame rate of 90 Hz, wireless charging, and a new camera), which were later fully confirmed.

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Pixel 8 Pro will be $200 cheaper than iPhone 15 Pro The premiere of Google's new flagships - the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones - will take place in a couple of weeks, but price data has already been published on the Internet. Insider Kamila Wojciechowska said that the source of the picture, which shows not only the prices but also the differences between the new products and the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, is Google itself. [caption id="attachment_59597" align="aligncenter" width="424"] new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] The new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will be much cheaper than the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro As you can see, the Pixel 8 will be $100 more expensive than its predecessor, but the price of the Pixel 8 Pro relative to the Pixel 7 Pro will not change and will be the same at $900. Here we can’t help but draw parallels with Apple’s new products: the Pixel 8 will be $100 cheaper than the iPhone 15, and the Pixel 8 Pro will be $200 cheaper than the iPhone 15 Pro. Kamila Wojciechowska revealed details about the Pixel 7a last fall (support for 90 Hz frame rate, wireless charging, new camera), which were later fully confirmed.

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At least the optical format is the same Another promotional video for Google Pixel 8 smartphones has leaked online, along with the characteristics of all the cameras of the upcoming new products. In addition, the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are already directly showcased on the Google Store homepage along with the Pixel Watch 2. [caption id="attachment_59524" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and 8 Pro[/caption] To begin with, it is worth noting that both older and new Google products look more rounded than the current generation. And the other day we saw the Pixel 8a, which looks the same. Pixel 8 and 8 Pro look set to retain the ISOCELL GN1 sensor As for the camera, unfortunately, it looks like the main sensor remains the same. There is no name, but the characteristics are the same as the ISOCELL GN1: 50 MP resolution and 1/1.31-inch optical format. This is a fairly large sensor, but still, the new Pixel was previously credited with a larger GN2 optical format of 1/1.12 inches. [caption id="attachment_59525" align="alignnone" width="780"] Pixel 8 and 8 Pro[/caption] The Pixel 8's ultra-wide-angle camera also appears to be unchanged. At least it's the same 12 megapixels. But the Pixel 8 Pro will have a resolution of 48 megapixels. Also, the older model will be equipped with a 48-megapixel sensor with a periscope telephoto lens with five times zoom. Thus, in the new generation, the Pixel 8 Pro will be more different in camera from the Pixel 8 than in the case of the current pair of Google flagships.

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Google's Pixel 8 Pro Design and Color Choices Revealed Ahead of Launch As the highly anticipated Google Pixel 8 series launch on October 4th approaches, Google has given us a sneak peek at the Pixel 8 Pro's design and color options on its online store. This exciting revelation includes a 360-degree simulator showcasing both the front and back design of the upcoming flagship smartphone. The leak was shared by Mishaal Rahman on Twitter, and originally discovered by José Rubén. Design Insights Google's Pixel 8 Pro Design The Pixel 8 Pro's front design reveals a centered punch-hole cutout that houses the selfie camera, providing a sleek and modern look. On the right side of the device, you'll find the power and volume buttons for easy access. Turning to the back, a triple-camera setup, accompanied by an LED flash and a temperature sensor, promises impressive photography capabilities. Color Choices Google is set to offer the Pixel 8 Pro in three attractive color options: Sky, Porcelain, and Licorice, giving users the freedom to choose a style that suits their taste. Anticipated Specs and Features Beyond its striking design, the Pixel 8 Pro packs a punch with its specifications and features: A 6.7-inch OLED display with QHD+ resolution and a silky-smooth 120Hz refresh rate for stunning visuals. The powerhouse within is the Tensor G3 chipset, accompanied by a Titan security chip for robust data protection. Ample memory and storage options, including up to 12GB of RAM and a generous 256GB of internal storage. Impressive camera capabilities, featuring a 50MP primary camera with OIS, a 64MP ultra-wide lens, and a 48MP telephoto camera, as well as an 11MP selfie shooter. A substantial 4,950mAh battery supporting 27W wired fast charging and 24W wireless charging for all-day power. Meet the Pixel 8 While the Pixel 8 Pro takes the spotlight, its sibling, the Pixel 8, also brings noteworthy features to the table: A 6.17-inch display with Full HD+ resolution. The Tensor G3 chipset for snappy performance. A dual-camera setup with a 50MP primary lens and an 11MP selfie camera. A reliable 4,485mAh battery for extended use. Introducing the Pixel Watch 2 But there's more exciting news in store. Google is rumored to launch the Pixel Watch 2 alongside the Pixel 8 series. The smartwatch is expected to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset, WearOS 4, 2GB of RAM, four new watch faces, and a high-resolution display with a resolution of 383×384 pixels. FAQs to Google's Pixel 8 Pro Design  Q1: When is the Google Pixel 8 series expected to launch? A1: The Google Pixel 8 series is set to launch on October 4th. Q2: What are the available color choices for the Pixel 8 Pro? A2: The Pixel 8 Pro comes in three color options: Sky, Porcelain, and Licorice. Q3: What is the primary camera resolution on the Pixel 8 Pro? A3: The Pixel 8 Pro features a 50MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Q4: Will there be wireless charging on the Pixel 8 Pro? A4: Yes, the Pixel 8 Pro supports 24W wireless charging in addition to 27W wired fast charging.

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Pixel 8 Pro will also get Night Sight for video Some time ago, there were rumors that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones will not have a physical SIM card slot. The 9to5google resource claims that this is not the case. [caption id="attachment_50819" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro[/caption] No, Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones will not lose a physical SIM card slot Assumptions that Google's new products will only support eSIM appeared based on unofficial renders, where the SIM tray was not visible. The assumption itself was initially somewhat far-fetched, but it is now clear that it was simply incorrect. The source also says that the Pixel 8 Pro model will receive Night Sight for video, which will allow you to shoot better video in low light. True, it is not clear why only the oldest of the new products will receive such a function, because the main cameras for both should be identical.

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Productivity is of course much lower The Tensor G3 single-chip system, like the previous two generations, is produced at Samsung facilities, which does not have a very good effect on energy efficiency. Recent tests show that the Tensor G3 specifically, thanks to the transition to the 4 nm process technology, in general, although it is far from the best representative of the class, it still cannot be called bad.   [caption id="attachment_65209" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Pixel 8 and 8 Pro[/caption] As you can see, in terms of performance this is approximately the level of Exynos 2200 and Dimensity 9000, but here we are talking exclusively about the load in graphics benchmarks. At the same time, in terms of energy efficiency, Tensor G3 is also approximately equal to Dimensity 9000 but is far ahead of Exynos 2200.    The heart of the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro is approximately on par with the Apple A16 Bionic in terms of energy efficiency When compared with more productive solutions, in two out of three tests the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 turns out to be less energy efficient, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, of course, is out of reach both in terms of performance and energy efficiency. It is the most energy-efficient at the moment.  Also, Tensor G3 in terms of energy efficiency can be compared with Dimensity 9200 and Apple A16 Bionic, although these two platforms are significantly more productive.