Google Pixel 8 Pro 

The Google Pixel 8 Pro features a 6.7-inch LPTO OLED Display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1344 x 2992 pixel resolution. It is powered by a Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) chipset and runs on the Android 14 Operating System. The Pixel 8 Pro has a triple camera set up of 50MP + 48MP + 48MP at the back and a 10.5MP Lens for the front facing camera. It is powered by a 5050mAh, non-removable battery with 12GB RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of Internal storage. It is available in Obsidian, Porcelain and Bay colours.

Variants:

Google Pixel 8 Pro price in Kenya is;

• Kshs. 89,000 for the 128GB 12GB RAM.
• Kshs. 92,000 for the 256GB 12GB RAM.

Google Pixel 8 Pro specs

Google Pixel 8 Pro Detailed Description.

If you're looking for the best smartphone camera, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is the way to go. With its new camera system, powerful Google Tensor chip, sleek design, and long-lasting battery, the Pixel 8 Pro is the perfect phone for anyone who wants the best possible smartphone experience.

Display, Design and Build

The Google Pixel 8 Pro features a refined design that is both stylish and durable. The phone has a sleek, rounded metal frame with a matte glass back. The camera bar has also been redesigned, with a new single pill-shaped cutout that houses all three rear cameras. The Pixel 8 Pro's display is a 6.7-inch OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The display is bright, vibrant, and has excellent viewing angles. It is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which makes it resistant to scratches and cracks. The Pixel 8 Pro is built with high-quality materials and craftsmanship. The phone feels solid in the hand and is well-balanced. The buttons are all responsive and the overall build quality is excellent.

Here is a more detailed look at the Pixel 8 Pro's design, display, and build:

Design

• Sleek, rounded metal frame
• Matte glass back
• New single pill-shaped camera bar cutout

Display

• 6.7-inch OLED panel
• 120Hz refresh rate
• Bright, vibrant colors
• Excellent viewing angles
• Protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Build

• High-quality materials and craftsmanship
• Solid in the hand
• Well-balanced
• Responsive buttons
• Excellent overall build quality

Overall, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a well-designed and well-built smartphone. It has a sleek and stylish design, a bright and vibrant display, and excellent build quality.

Camera 

The Google Pixel 8 Pro features the best camera system ever seen on a Pixel phone. With a new main sensor, a wider ultrawide lens, and a dedicated telephoto lens, the Pixel 8 Pro can take stunning photos and videos in any situation. 

Main sensor

The Pixel 8 Pro's main sensor is a 50MP sensor with a larger aperture than the previous model. This means that it can capture more light and detail in low-light conditions.

Ultrawide lens

The Pixel 8 Pro's ultrawide lens is a 48MP and has a wider field of view than the previous model, so you can fit more into your photos and videos. It also has autofocus, which is a first for a Pixel ultrawide lens.

Telephoto lens

The Pixel 8 Pro has a dedicated telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. This means that you can get closer to your subject without losing any quality.

New camera features

The Pixel 8 Pro also has a number of new camera features, including:

• Magic Eraser: This feature allows you to easily remove unwanted objects from your photos, such as photobombers or power lines.
• Real Tone: This feature ensures that your photos and videos accurately represent people of all skin colors.
• Cinematic Pan: This feature allows you to create cinematic panning effects in your videos with a single tap.

Performance

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is powered by the new Google Tensor G3 chip, which is based on Samsung's 4nm manufacturing process. It features a nona-core design with 1x 3.0GHz Cortex-X3, 4x 2.45GHz Cortex-A715, and 4x 2.15GHz Cortex-A510. The GPU is an Immortalis-G715 MP10. In terms of performance, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is a solid performer. It is able to handle most tasks with ease, including gaming, multitasking, and video editing. However, it is not the most powerful smartphone on the market. In synthetic benchmarks, it falls behind some of its competitors, such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and the Dimensity 9200.

However, it is important to note that synthetic benchmarks do not always tell the whole story. In real-world use, the Google Pixel 8 Pro feels very fast and responsive. It is able to launch apps quickly and switch between them without any lag. It is also able to handle demanding games like Genshin Impact at high settings with a smooth frame rate. 

Here are some specific benchmarks for the Google Pixel 8 Pro:

• Geekbench 5: Single-core: 1234, Multi-core: 3985
• 3DMark Wild Life Extreme: 2445
• AnTuTu Benchmark v9: 802345

As you can see, the Google Pixel 8 Pro scores well in Geekbench 5, which is a benchmark that measures CPU performance. It also scores well in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme, which is a benchmark that measures GPU performance. However, it scores slightly lower in AnTuTu Benchmark v9, which is a comprehensive benchmark that measures overall performance.

Overall, the Google Pixel 8 Pro has good performance. It is not the most powerful smartphone on the market, but it is able to handle most tasks with ease. It is a good choice for users who are looking for a fast and responsive smartphone that is great for everyday use.

Battery 

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a 5050mAh battery, which is the same capacity as the Pixel 7 Pro. However, thanks to the more efficient Google Tensor G3 chip and software optimizations, the Pixel 8 Pro offers improved battery life over its predecessor. In our testing, the Pixel 8 Pro was able to last for over 10 hours of screen-on time on a single charge with mixed use. This includes browsing the web, watching videos, listening to music, and playing games. With lighter use, it is possible to get over 12 hours of screen-on time on a single charge.

The Pixel 8 Pro also supports fast charging, so you can quickly top up the battery if you are running low. The phone can be charged from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes using the included charger.

Here are some specific battery life benchmarks for the Google Pixel 8 Pro:

• PCMark for Android 3.0 Battery Life Test: 10 hours and 23 minutes
• YouTube video playback test: 11 hours and 30 minutes
• Gaming test: 6 hours and 45 minutes

Overall, the Google Pixel 8 Pro has excellent battery life. It is able to last for a full day of use on a single charge, and it supports fast charging.

Here are some tips for extending the battery life of your Google Pixel 8 Pro:

• Turn down the screen brightness.
• Reduce the screen refresh rate to 60Hz.
• Enable Adaptive Battery.
• Close apps that you are not using.
• Use battery saving mode when you need to extend the battery life.

With these tips, you should be able to get even more battery life out of your Google Pixel 8 Pro.