New vs Old: A Head-to-Head Comparison of the Pixel 8 Pro and 7 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 Pro brings refinements to the popular Pixel 7 Pro. Both phones offer flagship specs However, there are differences worth exploring between these two powerful Pixels.

Powering the Pixel 8 Pro is Google's new Tensor G3 chip. In testing, this chip provided noticeable improvements over the Tensor 2 in the 7 Pro. The G3 promises up to 35% faster CPU speeds and 20% better graphics. When launching apps and games on the 8 Pro, everything felt snappier and more responsive. Still, the 7 Pro is no slouch with the Tensor 2. But for raw power, the 8 Pro's G3 has an edge.

At first glance, both phones have a similar look with slim aluminium frames housing their displays. However, taking a closer look, the 8 Pro feels more premium, employing the more advanced Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on its back compared to regular Gorilla Glass on the 7 Pro. Gorilla Glass Victus 2 is designed to be stronger and more scratch resistant than its regular counterpart.

At first glance, both phones have a similar look with slim aluminium frames housing their displays. However, taking a closer look, the 8 Pro employs the more advanced Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on its back compared to regular Gorilla Glass. This glass is designed to be stronger and more scratch resistant.

Both phones feature vibrant 6.7-inch OLED displays with refresh rates of up to 120Hz. This results in ultra-smooth visuals and inky blacks. While brightness was adequate both for indoor and outdoor usage, the 8 Pro's screen can get brighter at up to 1400 nits versus the 1200 nits on the 7 Pro. Another difference is the 7 Pro uses a curved display versus the 8 Pro's flat panel.

Pixel 8 Pro (Black), Pixel 7 Pro (White)

The headline upgrade on the 8 Pro is its imaging capabilities. Its 50MP main camera now has a brighter f/1.7 lens for 23% more light intake and better low-light shots. The 48MP telephoto jumps to f/2.7 for sharper zoom. But the true standout is the new 48MP ultrawide lens replacing the 7 Pro's 12MP lens, with autofocus for pin-sharp wide-angle shots.

Storage options on the 8 Pro now range from 128GB all the way up to a generous 1TB. This is double the 512GB maximum offered by last year's 7 Pro. Powering these experiences is a 5050mAh battery on the 8 Pro, a modest upgrade over the 7 Pro's 5000mAh unit.

Pricing

Google Pixel 7 Pro 128GB	SGD$1,299
Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB	SGD$1,549

In summary, while both offer flagship experiences, the 8 Pro offers a more attractive overall package than its predecessor thanks to its upgraded cameras, display and storage. While the 7 Pro is a solid value option, the Pixel 8 Pro refines the experience through meaningful upgrades - especially for photography enthusiasts . These upgrades makes it worth considering for those willing to spend abit more.