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Google Pixel 8 Pro

The Pixel 8 Pro is Google’s 6.7-inch top model from 2023. It offers Tensor G3, a 1–120 Hz LTPO OLED display, three rear cameras including a 5x optical telephoto, a contactless temperature sensor and seven years of updates. In testing, display brightness rose sharply over the previous generation.

Pixel 8 Pro (2023); 12 GB RAM, 128/256/512 GB (1 TB in the US). Model number GC3VE, G1MNW or GE9DP depending on market. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 Pro are separate models.

Google Pixel 8 Pro — Google image of the Pixel 8 Pro in Bay (light blue), from the back and front.
Google image of the Pixel 8 Pro in Bay (light blue), from the back and front.

Specifications

SpecificationValue
Display6.7-inch (170 mm) Super Actua LTPO OLED; 1344 × 2992 at 489 PPI; 20:9; Smooth Display (1–120 Hz)

An LTPO panel can drop the refresh rate as low as 1 Hz for static content, saving power with the always-on display and while reading, and rises to 120 Hz for motion. Google notes it is not available for all apps or content. Because the corners are rounded, the actual viewable area is less than 6.7 inches.

Brightness and contrastUp to 1,600 nits (HDR) and up to 2,400 nits (peak); >1,000,000:1 contrast; HDR support, full 24-bit colour

Google measures the HDR figure at a 100% on-pixel ratio and the peak figure at a 5% on-pixel ratio; 2,400 nits is a ceiling for small bright areas.

Front and back glassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover glass; matte Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back; polished aluminium frame

The matte back shows fewer fingerprints; the standard Pixel 8 has a polished back and a matte frame.

ProcessorGoogle Tensor G3; Titan M2 security coprocessor

Tensor G3 includes a TPU that accelerates on-device AI models. Titan M2 is a separate security chip that protects the lock screen and encryption keys.

Memory and storage12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 128, 256 or 512 GB UFS 3.1 (also 1 TB in the US)

Storage options vary by region and channel; there is no memory card slot.

Rear cameras50 MP Octa PD wide (ƒ/1.68, 1/1.31", 82°); 48 MP Quad PD ultrawide (ƒ/1.95, 125.5°, autofocus); 48 MP Quad PD telephoto (ƒ/2.8, 21.8°, 5x optical); Super Res Zoom up to 30x

Optical and electronic stabilisation work together on the wide and telephoto cameras. Zoom beyond 5x is digital. Pro controls allow manual shutter, ISO and focus and high-resolution (50 MP) shots. A multi-zone laser autofocus sensor helps focus in low light.

VideoRear: 4K and 1080p at 24/30/60 fps, 10-bit HDR; front: 4K at 24/30/60 fps; Video Boost and Night Sight Video; slow motion up to 240 fps; digital zoom up to 20x

Video Boost uploads video to Google’s servers to reprocess colour, lighting and stabilisation; it needs the Google Photos app and the result is not instant. Night Sight Video uses this processing in low light.

Front camera10.5 MP dual PD (ƒ/2.2, 95°, autofocus)

The standard Pixel 8 has a fixed-focus front camera; the autofocus on the 8 Pro keeps close selfies sharp.

Temperature sensorContactless temperature sensor in the rear camera bar

Google says the sensor can measure the temperature of an object, such as a pan or milk in a baby’s bottle. Google said it applied to the FDA for body-temperature use; that use depends on the country.

Battery and charging5,050 mAh typical (4,950 mAh minimum); up to 30 W wired, about 50% in 30 minutes; Qi wireless (23 W on Pixel Stand 2nd gen, 12 W on Qi EPP); Battery Share

Google quotes beyond 24-hour battery life and up to 72 hours in Extreme Battery Saver (many features including 5G off). Figures use the separately sold Google 30 W USB-C charger (USB-PD 3.0 PPS). Battery Share significantly reduces the phone’s battery life.

WirelessWi-Fi 7 (802.11be; 2.4 + 5 + 6 GHz, 2x2 + 2x2 MIMO; US, CA, UK, EU, AU); Bluetooth 5.3; Ultra-Wideband; NFC; Google Cast

Wi-Fi 6E is listed in Japan and Wi-Fi 6 in Taiwan, Singapore and India. Ultra-Wideband measures direction and distance to compatible devices.

Cellular and SIM5G sub-6 model GC3VE; mmWave + sub-6 model G1MNW; Japan model GE9DP (FeliCa); single nano-SIM + eSIM

eSIM support depends on the operator.

Port and audioUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2; stereo speakers; three microphones; spatial audio

The bundled cable runs at USB 2.0 speed. There is no headphone jack. A Quick Switch adapter is in the box.

Location and sensorsDual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou); proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, gyrometer, magnetometer, barometer, temperature; under-display fingerprint and Face Unlock
Operating system and updatesAndroid; seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates

The period counts from when the device first became available on the US Google Store (12 October 2023).

DurabilityIP68 dust and water resistance (IEC 60529)

Resistance can diminish over time; liquid damage voids the warranty.

Size and weight162.6 × 76.5 × 8.8 mm; 213 g
ColoursObsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint

Colour availability varies by region.

WarrantyUS, CA, JP, TW, IN, SG: 1 year; EU, UK, AU: 2 years

From the manufacturer

Google presents the Pixel 8 Pro with its brightest Super Actua display, Pro camera controls, Video Boost, a temperature sensor and seven years of updates. Google Pixel Help

Strengths and limitations

  • Tom’s Guide measured 1,526 nits peak brightness on the Pixel 8 Pro, very close to the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s 1,550 nits in the same test and far above the Pixel 7 Pro’s 927 nits. The review saw the unchanged 5x telephoto reach from the Pixel 7 Pro as a missed chance, and noted that the temperature sensor needs to be about 2 inches away and the material selected for a reading.

    Tom’s Guide review, 4 October 2023; pre-release test unit.

    Tom’s Guide: Google Pixel 8 Pro review

Owner experiences and issues

  • On Best Buy Canada’s refurbished and open-box Pixel 8 Pro listings, buyers describe different device complaints: Pixel Lover said the screen flickered, turned pinkish and showed a line down the middle; Ark said the battery did not hold its charge; Bertrand said USB charging worked but Android Auto and wired earbuds did not; Simon says reported that Bluetooth would not connect to a car or stereo even on a replacement unit. These are second-hand or open-box units with unknown history and single reports; no rate or prevalence on new units can be drawn.

    Best Buy Canada, 20 reviews across five refurbished/open-box Pixel 8 Pro listings (2024–2026); seller, shipping and cosmetic complaints were set aside.

    Best Buy Canada: Refurbished (Excellent) Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB Obsidian customer reviews

  • There are satisfied owners too: Kanie said the phone still works as on day one after 1.5 years, and SV has used it for a month without issues. Al was happy with the battery after a day of heavy music and podcast playback.

    Best Buy Canada refurbished Pixel 8 Pro reviews, 2025–2026.

    Best Buy Canada: Refurbished (Excellent) Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB Obsidian customer reviews

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Sources

  1. Google Pixel Help: Pixel phone hardware tech specs (Pixel 8 Pro section)
  2. Google Blog: Introducing Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro
  3. Tom’s Guide: Google Pixel 8 Pro review
  4. Best Buy Canada: Refurbished (Excellent) Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB Obsidian customer reviews
  5. Best Buy Canada: Open Box Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB Bay customer reviews
  6. Best Buy Canada: Open Box Google Pixel 8 Pro 128GB Bay customer reviews (2024 listing)