Galaxy S24 vs Pixel 8: battle of the friendly competitors

Galaxy S24 vs Pixel 8: battle of the friendly competitors،

Introduction

Believe it or not, we’re less than three months away from 2024, and as tradition dictates, we’ll see Samsung’s flagship lineup shortly after 12 a.m. on New Year’s Eve. Of course, we’re talking about the Galaxy S24 series, that the South Korean tech giant is expected to release a little earlier this time, in January instead of February.

So, since we’re so close to the expected S24 announcement, it seems appropriate to compare what we’ve learned so far about it with the recently released Google Pixel 8. How do these two manufacturers individually approach the creation of their flagship vanilla products?

We will cover all aspects including looks/design as well as performance and software, both aspects being quite different between these two phones despite the fact that you are using an Android device whichever one you choose. Price also plays an important role here, as there is a good chance that the Pixel 8 the launch price will remain $100 lower than the S24.

Galaxy S24 against Pixel 8 expectations:

Tensor G3 vs. Snapdragon Gen 3/Exynos 2400
Two completely different models
Triple camera system versus dual cameras enabled Pixel 8
Higher base storage on the S24
Bigger battery on the Pixel

Contents:

Design and size

Block versus stone

Google continues to stick to its proven, great design that came with the Pixel 6, with some small changes like thinner bezels and more oval bezels on the Pixel 6. Pixel 8. However, if the rumors are true, Galaxy S24 will introduce a more substantial change in the form of flat sides and a flat screen (very similar to the iPhone 15).

A phone’s most recognizable feature, its cameras, is probably where the aesthetic difference will continue to be most visible between the Android duo, with the Galaxy S24 stick to “floating” cameras vs. Pixel 8The camera bar.

As for the size difference, Samsung’s vanilla flagship has been one of the best compact phones on the market for a few years now, and the company will most likely continue this trend. The dimensions have hardly changed with the last generations, and we don’t expect anything different this year either. In other words, expect the S24 to be noticeably smaller when placed next to the Pixel 8.

THE Pixel 8 comes with glass back and front panels, aluminum frame and IP68 water and dust resistance certification, and the Galaxy S24 should have the same characteristics.

In terms of colors, the Pixel only has three options: Hazel, Obsidian, and Rose. On the other hand, Samsung is generally more generous with the color variants of its flagship series, so we expect there to be more variety with the Galaxy S24. For now, the Galaxy S24 colors would be Phantom White, Phantom Purple, Phantom Black, Gold.

Display differences

There is virtually no difference between the display on the Pixel 8 and the one that Galaxy S24 they say it comes with it. Both are capable of a high 120Hz refresh rate, they are 6.2-inch OLEDs, and can get very bright. THE Pixel 8 has already built a reputation for having one of the most exemplary displays this year, and we expect Samsung’s next vanilla Galaxy flagship to live up to that success.

Performance and software

Higher performance compared to longer support

Both freshly released Pixel 8 and the next Galaxy S24 are equipped with a 4nm chipset. However, history has shown us that Google’s Tensor G chips generally aren’t as good as the competition, including the Snapdragon silicon expected to be included in next year’s S24. Suffice it to say, we expect the S24’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to perform better than Google’s. G3 tensor.

As for RAM, the Pixel 8The base model comes with 6 GB, while the Galaxy S24 is supposed to have 8 GB, regardless of the storage option chosen.

Despite the difference in power that these two phones will likely have, we still think that the overall user experience will be quite similar between the two, i.e. smooth and pleasant. Only during more GPU-intensive tasks, such as playing graphically intensive games, can we see a noticeable difference in performance.

Another area where Samsung should win is in software support, as in previous years it was even better than what Google offered for its own phones. However, things have changed and Google made waves this year by promising 7 years of software updates and security patches for the Pixel 8. It’s not yet clear whether Samsung would try to match that, but as it stands, the South Korean tech giant is promising 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches for its phones top of the line.

Camera

Futuristic software features vs dedicated hardware

THE Pixel 8 comes with an exceptional main camera, as is tradition with Pixel phones. That being said, the Galaxy S24 probably won’t be a slouch either, and as has been the case for years now, it will have an additional dedicated telephoto lens, unlike the Pixel (or the iPhone for that matter). The third camera on the back of the Samsung has always been a major advantage for the vanilla Galaxy flagships.

Unfortunately, so far there have been no rumors from reliable sources that there will be any new hardware to adorn the S24’s camera system, which means we’re getting the same 50+12+10 MP for main, ultra-wide and telephoto lenses. snappers aft.

If the image quality of these three cameras in the S24 is similar to that of its predecessor, then the Pixel 8 might turn out to be the one that comes out on top, although it’s overall a matter of personal preference when it comes to the best phones on the market, as each throws a different punch when it comes to tackling smartphone photography.

One thing that is certain, however, is that the zoom capability will be greater on the S24 thanks to its dedicated 3X telephoto lens.

Google this year introduced something called Video Boost, which elevates videos by sending them to the company’s cloud infrastructure where it uses the magic of AI to transform the images. Some reports suggest that Samsung will also focus on software with the S24 next year, so we’ll have to wait and see if anything similar appears.

Additionally, the Video Boost feature on the Pixel 8 isn’t available yet (coming in December), so we also don’t know for sure how it will perform.

Audio and haptic quality

During our review of the Galaxy S23 earlier this year, we noticed that the sound produced by its dual speakers had improved compared to its predecessor. So we don’t expect any upgrades with the S24, like the new audio experience in the S23. is already incredible.

THE Pixel 8On the other hand, although its speakers get loud and the sound is quite clear, it lacks a bit of punch compared to the S23, so we expect the situation to remain the same when we compare it to the S23. Galaxy S24.

The haptics on both phones should be about the same in terms of strength and precision, although the Pixel 8 might turn out to have a more powerful vibration motor, as this year’s generation felt a little different on that front.

Battery life and charging

The Pixel could have longer battery life

THE Pixel 8 comes with a claimed larger battery at 4,575mAh and exhibited excellent battery life when we put it through our testing. In general, the Pixel consumes less battery than the Galaxy, and this trend could persist with the Galaxy S24, but it’s important to mention that for that slightly lower battery life, you get a higher level of performance, so things sort of balance out. THE Galaxy S24 is said to come with a 4,000mAh battery.

In terms of charging, if Samsung doesn’t finally step up its game, both phones will take about the same amount of time to charge whether you opt for wired or wireless charging. Both also support reverse wireless charging, meaning you can use them to charge something like your Bluetooth headphones or smartwatch.

Specification Comparison

Here’s a quick look at the specs of both phones, but don’t forget we have a more detailed Galaxy S24 vs Pixel 8 specs page where you can see all the information you need.

	Galaxy S24	Pixel 8
Size weight	Approx: 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6mm, 168.0g	150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9mm, 187.0g
Screen	6.2-inch OLED screen 120Hz Maximum brightness of 2,500 nits	6.2-inch OLED screen 120Hz Maximum brightness of 2,400 nits
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the US/Exynos 2400 in RoW (4nm)	Google Tensor G3 (4nm)
RAM, storage	UFS4.0 LPDDR5X	8/128 GB UFS 3.1 8/256 GB UFS 3.1 UFS 3.1 LPDDR5X
Cameras	50MP main 12MP ultra 3X Zoom 12 Mpx
Battery	4000mAh	4,575mAh
Loading	USB-C 25W wired 15W wireless 4.5W wireless reverse	USB-C 27W wired 17W wireless 5W reverse wireless support

From what we learned about the next Galaxy S24 for now, in terms of specifications, it won’t be too different from the Pixel 8. The only real difference between the two is that the Pixel doesn’t have a third (telephoto) camera on the back, and it comes with a different processor that, mind you, will likely be less powerful than the one in the S24.

Summary

Google and Samsung are like two leading brothers in the Android phone market, both with their own approach that differentiates them from each other. No matter which one you watch, you’re getting one of the best experiences on Android you can find right now.

The thing is, Google is the one making things exciting these days, perhaps because the company entered the smartphone game (at least when it comes to its Pixel phones) a bit later. THE Pixel 8 comes with some witty new features that may seem like gimmicks at first, but are actually useful in users’ daily lives.

THE Galaxy S24 will undoubtedly be a great phone that covers everything you can expect from a Samsung flagship: an impressive screen, excellent camera performance, speed… At this point, however, it seems that the company needs to do something more, something creative to stand out, because Google has, for all intents and purposes, almost caught up in terms of specs, as well as having more character in its phones.