Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) vs Google Pixel 3 (128GB)
Quick Comparison
Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has better RAM than Google Pixel 3 (128GB). In terms of display resolution, Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Google Pixel 3 (128GB) which has resolution of 2160 x 1080. Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has more internal memory than Google Pixel 3 (128GB)
| Name | Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) | Google Pixel 3 (128GB) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.2 in | 5.5 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 2915 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 12 MP Dual | 12.2 MP |
| Price | Rs. 54999 | Rs. 80000 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is October 04, 2023. The cost of Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) is Rs. 54999. The launch Date of the second phone is October, 2018. The cost of Google Pixel 3 (128GB) is Rs. 80000.
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has larger screen size of 6.2 inches in comparison to Google Pixel 3 (128GB)'s 5.5 inch screen. Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has OLED Screen type where as Google Pixel 3 (128GB) has Screen type. Google Pixel 3 (128GB) has display density of 447 PPI & Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has only 428 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has better screen to body ratio of ~ 89.3% than Google Pixel 3 (128GB)'s ~ 77.2%. Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Google Pixel 3 (128GB) has 18:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Google Pixel 3 (128GB)'s lower 4 GB RAM. Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Google Pixel 3 (128GB) (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB)'s 50 MP + 12 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Google Pixel 3 (128GB)'s 12.2 MP Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 10.5 MP Front Camera in comparison to Google Pixel 3 (128GB)'s 8 MP + 8 MP Dual Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 14 and the second one on v9.0 version.
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| Name | Google Pixel 8 (8GB RAM + 256 GB) | Google Pixel 3 (128GB) |
| General | ||
| Model | Pixel 8 | Pixel 3 128GB |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Single Sim, GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | No |
| Sim Size | Nano+eSim | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October 04, 2023 | October, 2018 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 70.8 x 150.5 x 8.9 mm | 68.2 x 145.6 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 187 g | 148 g |
| Colors | Hazel, Obsidian, Rose | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color OLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color P-OLED (16M colors Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.2 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz | 5.5 inches, 1080 x 2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 18:9 |
| PPI | ~ 428 PPI | ~ 447 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.3% | ~ 77.2% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |
| Features | Actua Display, Smooth Display (60 - 120 Hz), Always-on Display with At a Glance and Now Playing, Upto 1,400 nits (HDR) and Upto 2,000 nits (Peak Brightness), Contrast Ratio: >1,000,000:1, HDR Support | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Screen Protection |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | |
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| 5G Bands | n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n66/n71/n75/n76/n77/n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.2 | Yes, USB-C v3.1 |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS Support |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | Yes |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Magnetometer | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Extra | DLNA | |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Noise Suppression, Reply to Notifications through Google Assistant, Audio Magic Eraser, LPDDR5X RAM, Audio zoom, AI Mobile (Google AI) | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.68 (Wide Angle) 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) | 12.2 MP |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Ultra HDR, Magic Editor, Best Take, Macro Focus, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Motion Mode, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Manual White Balancing, Locked Folder, Night Sight, Astrophotography, Top Shot, Portrait Mode, Portrait Light, Super Res Zoom, Motion Auto-Focus, Frequent Faces, Dual Exposure Controls, Live HDR+ | Face detection, Touch to focus, Auto HDR |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 24/30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD | 4K @ 30 fps UHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 10.5 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 8 MP + 8 MP |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 4K @ 60 fps UHD | |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v14 | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
| Chipset | google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 |
| CPU | 3 GHz, Nine Core Processor | 2.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510 | |
| GPU | Mali-GU | Adreno 630 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | SMS, MMS, IM | |
| Yes | Push Email | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, WAV, eAAC+ |
| Video | Yes | MP4, H.265 |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4575 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 2915 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 30W Fast Charging | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Charging | Yes | |