Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Camera, Gaming, Battery & Beyond!

[@learzetur6]

To clarify, those Samsung apps can be fully disable and trust me you'll forget about all of those. Definitely Pixel gives a great, simple software.

[@ogoodwin6743]

Conflicted because I actually prefer Samsung Internet to Google Chrome lol

[@wheelyflac]

​​​@@ogoodwin6743same, actually when i download modded apps chrome is the only browser that gives me virus apks to download instead of the real apk but when downloading with Samsungs browser or brave it just gives me the legit apk And i can tell because the virus apk has some random name like "jlpjkdeq" or "yowatchapp" and not the icon of the playstore app. Its so pathetic .. who is gonna download a so sketchy apk lol Also dont be afraid if you read this The apk can harm your device or privacy only if you install it , just downloading it won't do anything

[@jordanjackson8873]

@ogoodwin6743 yeah you can play your videos in the background now for samsung internet but Google Chrome has that ability to switch between the website being a mobile or pc version.

[@Grayson_Baker]

You can disable them, but not remove them.

[@wheelyflac]

@jordanjackson8873 that works on brave and Samsung Internet too

[@c2g1980]

I use my 23 Ultra, daily and I only use Google messages, Google voice and Google keyboard with zero interference or annoyance from the built-in Samsung messages or Bixby. I actually forgot about Bixby until you said that

[@parshakamarsh]

I'm the same, it's easy to forget the Samsung apps are there once you've set it up

[@learzetur6]

I agree, he makes it sound as if Samsung pushes all that and cannot be disable

[@PrasenGope]

I started liking Bixby by the way in my S23. Google Assistant can't control the device in a non-Pixel phone like restarting, opening apps etc. For that I need Bixby and it's doing well so far.

[@scense001]

Prefiro a mensagem Samsung e teclado Samsung desitalar o teclado Google e mensagem se estiver disponível se não desabilito a mesma coisa para a galeria Google e o comando de voz e desbilito não uso mesmo prefiro teclar ainda

[@OmniCode786]

​@@PrasenGopeyeah same

[@vito6397]

A regular S23 vs Pixel 8 would be greatly tolerated kind sir

[@irfanmohd091]

Yes please

[@stepgo95]

Good comparison 👍

[@shinydavidhowell]

Seconding this, if only for a friend who doesn't like today's Absolute Unit phones and is likely between these two. (I suspect it'll be the S23 because she's unusually sensitive to heat, but getting to avoid the bloatware does appeal to her...)

[@conor-_C]

Still waiting on this

[@BearTechNation]

I think the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is more of an all-round device in comparison to the Google Pixel 8 Pro. The Magic Editing functionality of the Pixel 8 Pro is certainly compelling. I would be inclined to have them both. Work phone, and private phone. Anyone looking to upgrade ought to wait for the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra as the speculations are looking rather compelling.

[@Gauss00e]

You have magic eraser on samsung as well

[@lamar310]

Galaxy phones haven't changed in 2 years...new Snapdragon chip and that's about it. For the record...I own the S22 Ultra as my business phone and it has a Magic Eraser editing tool

[@micahjohnson9184]

Yeah, but I think he means the new magic editing features. Also an interesting update apparently according to Android Authority. Assistant with Bard could eventually come to the Samsung S24 and S23 series.

[@Kratos30000]

The pixel 8 pro is so much thicker than the 7 pro. Reason why I'll send it back. It's even heavier. I put it on a scale

[@jordanjackson8873]

@lamar310 idk the chip being powerful was more than enough on top of them polishing samsung dex. It doesn't apply to everyone, but the phone got turned into an absolute monster of a unit with the little changes and differences. If they can manage to do something about competing with face time and fixing the auto correct, then they'll dominate the market. They just don't advertise the best features enough. Most phones haven't changed because we're damn near at a pinnacle unless we have some major breakthroughs.

[@cabbagetea]

Chris' videos are pure gold. I think he could review a roof tile and I'd still find it entertaining. Every time I start a TS video I just get that warm feeling of "I'm in for a great 15 minutes here". He's basically a public service at this point.

[@FoxytrotUniform]

You sound like you're ready to get on your knees for him

[@DudefromEurope]

I don't usually give feedback like this but man I love your reviews. I enjoy your on the point way without beating around the bushes and your humor as well.

[@b.s.4478]

I prefer the S23 ultra, but the 7 years support of the pixel is a huge plus. Hopefully Samsung will increase the support on the new S as well.

[@CouncilO5]

New s24 will update 6-8 years

[@AquaStevae]

S23 now has ten years, as released by Samsung.

[@krnguy]

Are you planning on keeping 8 pro as your main phone for the next 7 years? I find these new 3-4+ years support a bit hilarious.

[@NJ-500]

​@@krnguySome people are, these flagships could definitely hold up

[@alimostofa967]

​@AquaStevae hahahaha so your saying the s23ultra will get update until 2033? Hahaha s23 model last final update is 2026

[@nicolairej7482]

The temperature sensor on the pixel is actually such a nice add, since im an electrical engineer.

[@backpacksash4866]

I have now both of them and I need a couple more days or weeks, to decide if I keep my S23U, or switch back to a pixel, because I really like the software experience on the pixels for years, but the S23U is all around so versatile and reliable. Like in the video mentioned: Not an easy choice !

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

I'll be in a similar situation in about 3 weeks. How did you get yours so fast?

[@erebostd]

Same. But after 2 days I’m keeping the google. Love that thing.

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

@@erebostd I had the pixel 5a and really liked it, except for the bugs that seemed to get worse. The last straw was Google maps crashing / not being reliable. Then I switched to an S21 ultra, which has had excellent battery life, the cameras are great, but it's got the Samsung stuff that I don't want. I'm hoping to like this pixel.

[@Bear.and.treats]

@@SunriseWaterMediathat’s gonna be interesting. I also have the feeling that pixels are not really reliable. Also the fast battery drain is a thing. For the the pixel is too expensive because it’s mostly a gamble how it holds up, hopefully that gets better with the pixel 8

[@mazdaxc90]

If not in USA get xiaomi

[@TomasRamoska]

I'm on S21 Ultra and have no intentions to upgrade still happy with my phone.

[@shpetzla]

To those who it matters to, Samsung storage is also UFS 4.0 in comparison to the Pixels 3.1. Significantly better supposedly, but I'm not sure how much you'd notice day to day. It is an extra point for the Samsung though.

[@INCOGNITO-kd5ub]

It's good when using ssd while recording 8k videos.

[@luigimanfredi2244]

pixel top

[@RagingBad]

​@@luigimanfredi2244top what?

[@KasKade7]

Older doesn't mean worse in this case. Would still go for the ultra. Especially, now it's alot cheaper to find.

[@shinydavidhowell]

The fact there's decent availability of refurbished models helps on the price side of things, and there also seem to be nice contract offers. I'm hoping for a 512GB S23U because that also comes with the RAM bump to 12GB which will likely help with the longevity and hence pay for itself.

[@themanwithdahelmet]

Not cheap beand new 256GB is $2,000AUD for s23 ultra 😂

[@TiaanKruger]

is the "flat on the table" really that big of a thing, or just something that all reviewers do now? cause I can honestly say that I VERY rarely use my phone like that, and even if I did, that slight wobble is insignificant

[@BlackhawkTDI]

I wholeheartedly agree, I use all of my phones in a case so it negates that "issue" completely. But yeah they all definitely love to point that out

[@gogetablue7905]

​@@BlackhawkTDI Same with my Poco X5 Pro, Fixed it via Case

[@snrnsjd]

im on my redmi note 8 , same. Buy a case and problem is solved.

[@clausbaumann8335]

The S23 Ultra is my daily driver since around 1 month and I absolutely love it. Especially what no other smartphone I know offers - the magic of the SPen. Hovering over words to translate them as just one example of so many others. No way for me to even think about switching to something else. Of course that's just my opinion and absolutely fantastic if others live their Pixel 8 as much as I do with my Ultra 😊.

[@thackythac]

I guess that I am literally the only one who hates the S23 Ultra. That phone has pissed me off since I took it out of the box. To be fair I prefer Pixel software experience. I mean its bullshit that there are 2 of practically every app. No one wants Samsungs bullshit Samsung Pay vs Google pay, Samsungs Bixby vs Google Assistant, etc etc

[@vaultboy1419]

@@thackythac Why not uninstall them then? Why be so angry about something you can get rid of? I don't get it.

[@thackythac]

@@vaultboy1419 because alot of their shit you cant uninstall. Not to mention still no Android 14 update. The phone is a piece of shit. Sorry you are but hurt about your $1000+ piece of shit

[@RagingBad]

​@@thackythacyou must definitely have a mental disability

[@Sveinn1984]

if i didnt already have a 23 ultra i might have gone for the pixel. this is the problem with pixel phones, they are always behind. Been looking for an excuse to switch but they never wow me. Last google phone i had was a nexus 5. updates for 7 years is great but really, how many people keep a phone for 7 years? Thats a lonnnng time in tech

[@snrnsjd]

I know my co worker has his Apple 6 or 7 pro . No matter what phone, the battery will never live 7 years. After 1 year it starts to degrade. But on power theme, S23 is faster with snapdragon 8 gen 2.

[@BlackhawkTDI]

I use a 512gb Red S23U and i love this phone, i do have the P7P in Hazel. I do love the software on the Pixel, but the S23U is definitely the better all-rounder. Looking forward to the P8P though.

[@simonbcity]

I have the same one mate the phone is near enough perfect for me ..Just wish the red was less salmon pink ..Great phone 😊

[@gkf3305]

Totally agree with you. In my case, I use the S22 Ultra and the Pixel 7 Pro, but the display, speakers, periscope zoom, good feel in hand, software experience (One UI) is all better on Galaxy. But if only with a tight budget,the Pixel 7 Pro shines with good camera performance.

[@jonathanrichardson7043]

Which feels better in the hand, also is cameras better on one than the other?

[@daltonwildes2215]

Great video. An awesome feature that a lot of people don’t know about, the front facing camera on the pixel 8 pro is more secure, as it can now be used while approving payments and to login on bank apps, etc. awesome feature being they are only using the single camera and machine learning!

[@jordanjackson8873]

The samsung line up has ultrasonic fingerprint readers for authentication

[@crazytech4930]

If u replace your phone every year or other year, Samsung should be the best choice due to very high trade in value.

[@ace0341]

its left to be seen how the trade in value for pixel phones are maybe they will hold their value longer since the 8 series gets 7 years of updates

[@MichaelW1959]

I bought an S23+ a couple months ago and absolutely love it. Or at least I did, until I saw the TS videos on the Pixel 8 Pro. Thanks, Uncle Spurt. Thanks a lot.😐

[@janwillemdevries]

Yesterday I ordered my Google Pixel 8 pro in black coming from the S21 Ultra. It looks really great and elegant. I wanted to order the Galaxy S23 Ultra. But when I got the Pixel in my hands I decided right away to choose that. I can't wait till it will be delivered at my home. Thanks for the fantastic review!

[@klam82]

I have S21 ultra as well. I held back from getting the latest SGUltra phones due to the squared edges. I will be getting the GP8P as well.

[@akas2025]

And did you regret it or not??

[@janwillemdevries]

@@akas2025 Well at the end I cancelled the P8 Pro and I decided to take the S23 Ultra. That was the best choice I made. The camera hardly can't be better, the battery life is almost 2 days, and charging is quick enough a full charge in 1 hour. And as a bonus the S-pen.

[@luigimanfredi2244]

​@@janwillemdevriesyou are quite undecided about your life, first you say you preferred the pixel then you changed it to s 23 ultra 😊

[@RagingBad]

​@@janwillemdevriesit's good you came out to your senses and made the right decision

[@Lynn-zw7dr]

I'm a nearly 72 year old trying to be techy, the camera is important to me. I had the 6/7 Pro's, then 15 Pro Max, now 8 Pro. The 8 Pro out does the camera on the 15 Pro Max, but yah know what, my old 4XL had as good a camera in my opinion, it was brilliant. I'll find indoor shots too dark on the 8 Pro and not as good as the 7 Pro were, even though the lenses are bigger and supposedly allow more light in, weird! I like a lot of the features on the 8 Pro, the Android experience is good. I havent had a samsung phone since the galaxy 7 I think it was, i didn't rate it much. I'm just wondering what the 24 ultra will be like now, I like the idea of the S Pen. Cheers for this from Devon UK Happy new year! 👌🏻❤️

[@kipkipper-lg9vl]

pixel cameras are generally regarded as the best you can get in phones, you can't go wrong with either to be fair, just depends how many moths occupy your wallet

[@IshaqHikmat]

I think you can fix the dark indoor shots by shooting in RAW format. You can edit images freely without losing detail, though i would understand why people wouldn't want to do that. It's annoying to constantly edit images.

[@Dgirl22s]

At this point phones have reached a point where the differences are so small that it just depends on what ecosystem you prefer. My phones were HTC then LG and so when they all shut down Google is the most similar to me. Hopefully they stick around 😂 I like a basic android experience plus call screening saves my life 😂

[@Minimovex]

Im with you, I went to pixel 8 pro from s23 ultra, just because cleaner OS and I mostly use google apps. Gpay,Gmail,gmaps. It just made sense in my tiny brain xD

[@manschadow]

So you switched from S23 Ultra to Google Pixel 8 Pro? S23 Ultra is barely 1 year old. I wonder whether some people have a tree with golden leafs in their garden.@@Minimovex

[@redclaw72666]

​@@manschadowif you have the money lol it's okay to be poor man

[@manschadow]

Even if you have the money, it's insane to use a phone less than 8 months and buy a new one when the old phone is basically new. I call that being spoiled!@@redclaw72666

[@AquaStevae]

The differences in these two phones is NOT small. It's glaring. The S23U is better in almost every way, and yet it's over eight months old...

[@iaincallaghan2431]

Just getting the pixel 8 Pro today. Can you confirm that you noticed that some of the camera features are not available yet? EG. Best face also eraser. These are just two off the camera features that I've noticed that are not there. Have you heard anything?

[@I360FXI]

7 months later, hows the phone for you?

[@jamieammar6131]

S23 ultra is the more powerful device but it also costs somewhat 200 more pounds than the pixel 8 pro.

[@AndiGomez-yu2dx]

you get what you pay for..

[@jacobheiner635]

Dude. You're hilarious. I love all your videos. Super witty and amusing. Also great reviews!

[@thheking]

For me the pixel does a better job. It's the best smartphone currently ❤

[@user-ij8no5zw6u-]

S23U's display is indeed much bigger - its 6,8+, its wider at 19,3:9 and square. That is a lot more screen area objectively and subjectively it just looks/feels a lot bigger than any other 6,7" standard phone.

[@Red_Snappa]

This is very true. I found the rectangular shape with the 90º corners, made it feel just TOO big when cased-up. The more rounded corners on the P8P should make it more comfortable both to hold, and when in the pocket.

[@RagingBad]

​@@Red_Snappatoo big only if you have small hands

[@abolfazlsaravani2214]

I used P8P for a few month now, I don't really know why you would say all these nice things about the battery. it plains sucks, the phone gets hot while filming for 10 min plus, then it just witches to 1080P. I love the pictures I take with P8P but that is it. Being in the EU, most of the features are not working.

[@congo4900]

+1 for S23 Ultra, Google's pure vanilla android days are over, One UI caught up google, stop doing thermo-sensor gimmicks and put something that users will actually use.... as always, great review

[@alastor8780]

Where's the best place to buy a Samsung S23 Ultra online in the UK

[@zekerxninja]

Don't forget pixel 8 face unlock can be used as security login for your banking apps without any IR blaster like the iPhone does!

[@DxS7]

S23 Ultra user here and can confirm the portrait on this thing is the best you can get

[@JeanDavenport-hp5ev]

For a start I love your reviews. I’ve just pre ordered the pixel 9 pro and I can’t wait for your review, I’m hoping it’ll be live before I actually receive the phone as it’s a bit of a wait, approx 4-6 weeks. Anyway thanks Chris, for your expert, honest & witty reviews, they’re a joy to watch 😊

[@garrysutcliffe6254]

Coming from a guy who has used every pixel and loving the pixel family , I've got to give it to Samsung the s23 ultra is without the greatest phone every created , I'm in love with mine, had it from a pixel 7 pro and the s23 is better on every account,

[@kevinsoto8028]

How about android experience, do you miss pixel experience?

[@jordanjackson8873]

@kevinsoto8028 the onky thing you can miss is the aesthetic or like 2 AI features. One UI is not bloated and apps can be deleted/disabled. Also, it has more features and is actually faster. Thr smoothness factor that everyone harps on can be controlled down to the last detail in settings and makes for a smoother experience than even iPhone. The bugs or lag is not there and the updates are miles better on samsung.

[@Hajjaj261]

Uncle spurt we're waiting for that pixel 8 and pixel 7 comparison. Right now there doesn't seem to be a huge difference

[@NerdLifeChoice]

My s23u drains like 15 to 20 percent for an hour of SoT with nominal use since the recent updates. Anyone else facing the same?

[@TofuLoverz]

Need help from the community, i am struggling to choose between pixel 8 pro or s23 ultra. I know that s23 has better overall performance while pixel has unique features and design (which i love). But i can get an s23 ultra for 300$ less than 8 pro, while pixel 8 pro does comes with the pixel watch 2. Does the software of pixel still justify the price or should i go for s23 ultra?

[@beyondtheuniverse999]

I'm in the position, which one did you get?

[@TofuLoverz]

@@beyondtheuniverse999 i chose the pixel 8 pro, just for the sake of exploring things, my first high end phone actually, what i can say is if you love playing (heavy) games then s23 ultra would be the best bcs samsung is known for its performance. But if u dont then for the sake of pixel uniqueness pixel 8 pro is better. Oh for things like watching Netflix, the screen is better than iPhones, i can assure that.

[@robertstajner2532]

Use S23 Ultra and I'm loving it!!

[@pittmanx6]

If all things are relatively close and it comes down to software experroence then it seems Pixel takes the cake. Unadulterated Android is the best Android and additional smart features like screen call just push it right over that edge.

[@asademosca]

This special features doesn't work in Europe

[@asademosca]

I gently ask you people: what do you think about Samsung S23 + (plus)? Do you recommend it over the regular Pixel 8? Thank you a million 🙏🙏🙏

[@jeffmerheb3182]

I am so tempted to switch from S23U to the P8P, I am bored with Samsung as I have enjoyed the 3 ultras 3 years in a row. But the battery of the P8P looks too behind the S23U, no? I was expecting a battery somehow between the s22u exynos and s23u

[@AquaStevae]

It's definitely the S23U. No phone on the planet can touch it, for the complete package. There are some phones that can do this a bit better, or that, but none of them can do it all like this phone can. More features, better executed and with the best styling. Can't beat it.

[@lloydw185]

Well done for 1m subscribers! The Pixel aspect ratio too narrow now(20:9)!

[@alohatraveler]

Upgraded from the s23 plus to Pixel 8 pro. The pixel 8 pro is an amazing phone and impressive upgrade features when compared to the s23. Two major disappointments for me however are battery life and charging speed, especially when compared to the galaxy devices

[@asademosca]

I'am almost decided to buy the S23+... Do you recommend? Thank you

[@briand8928]

​@@asademoscaif it's in your budget, get the s23u. I've upgraded from the s23+ to the ultra and that was a major difference when it came to speed, battery life and so much more. S23+ is a great phone don't get me wrong but the ultra is a monster.

[@AssassinIsAfk]

Whats the battery life like on the pixel 8 pro, since my s22+ battery is trash, 4 hours of sot and this thing is dead so i am wondering if the pixel 8 pro is any better

[@thackythac]

@@briand8928 the S23 Ultra is an annoying piece of shit. Still no Android 14 and I have the US Factory Unlocked version. It should have been first to get it as no carriers to deal with.

[@jordanjackson8873]

​@@thackythacstop complaining. They halted the release of android 14 on samsung devices in the US so they can optimize and polish it. We literally get the updates at their peak in the US. I've seen people have small complaints and concerns since it has been out and the US doesn't play that.

[@neilmcguinness4422]

The Pixel 8 Pro uses software enhancements and gimmickry to compensate for it's hardware shortcomings. It does it very very well though. Just not good enough for me to spend my hard earned money on one. I want the more reliable and tested and trusted and hardware advanced S23 Ultra. The Exynos 2300 based chip in the Pixel has poorer benchmark scores obviously, but it is potential long term thermal issues similar to those on earlier Pixels that concerns me. Google need a class leading in house chip to rival Apple and Samsung head on pound for pound and blow for blow because, in isolation, their phone cameras are so good and deserve better overall devices to be utilized on.

[@sammymarie3867]

HIII!! Quick question!!❓️I'm STRUGGLING to decide which phone i should buy next... My priorities are camera quality, gaming experience, long battery life and i dont want something that overheats because i play pubg. I can't decide between the google pixel 8, samsung galaxy a35 5g and the samsung galexy s23 5g PLEASE HELPP!! 😂🙏🏻

[@wiiiLLm]

S23 Ultra hands down, Pixel doesn't even have a chance, all these KZbinrs are just selling the magic gimmicky camera software tricks on the Pixel, rest is just mid, Tensor G3 is just a Snapdragon 700 version at best, wonder if it can even handle yhe the future software updates lol.

[@AndrewUKLondon]

Helpful review. Better speaker on the s23 ultra. How about wireless audio quality, any difference? (lossless aptx?). Previous pixels came out without initially having the ability to support usb c audio dacs. Do they work with the pixel 8 and s23 ultra?

[@mggt4684]

Would be great if you tested how long these phones are able to last on a hot day with brightness set to maximum. My pixel 7 pro was reducing brightness pretty quickly.

[@johnsecret1318]

They know samsung is the brightest especially with auto brightness on and can sustain that brightness ever longer time than any phones out there

[@themanwithdahelmet]

Pixel is reject built, samsung is like mercedes c63s bi turbo edition!

[@mggt4684]

@@themanwithdahelmet I switched to s23 ultra in the end so gotta agree. Pixel died from water damage, even tho he was like brand new, no cracks, scratches etc.. still It absorbed water like a sponge.

[@kartografist]

Have you noticed that fingerprint sensor works slower than ultrasonic one in samsung?

[@crisq3662]

I had to return my Google pixel and switch to Samsung. I like playing games while I talk to my partner. It was mad annoying when the call notifications won't disappear while in game nor my game would have any music

[@-13eNnY-]

S23 Ultra is a bit cheaper though. Has been out for almost 8 months now so you can easily get it for ~$900. With 256 GB of base storage rather than 128 GB. Just leaving that out there. You can also disable/delete most of the Samsung stuff so that's not a really big deal. Is a little annoying at first.

[@akas2025]

$900??? Don’t think so. Price still same. Possible sale in Black Friday.

[@Jeroentjen1]

Cheaper? The S23 Ultra is still 1349€ over here...Bit more expensive than the Pixel 8 Pro.

[@HermanWillems]

I get my Pixel 8 Pro for less than 700 euro. But that's because i stack some things.

[@therealturbofanisme]

"easily", just over $900 on sale during Prime Day. Where else can you easily get it for $900?

[@seyhuh]

i am getting a 24 month contract. i have a mid range Samsung right now and after a year it slowed down a lot. do google pixels keep up the performance long term?

[@Jthall1990]

Samsung doesn't even use their own processor on their flagship phones. That should tell you everything you need to know.

[@mollypage1549]

So great. These are the two phones, and the two COLORS, I'm considering. Love your videos. I've had the s23U (tester unit) and the P8P (tester unit) for each only about a week. Now I'm making the decision for one to be my real, official daily driver...

[@luigimanfredi2244]

pixel 😊

[@RagingBad]

​@@luigimanfredi2244shut up

[@beyondtheuniverse999]

Which one would you recommend for display quality and battery life?

[@mariosrussell2509]

t@@beyondtheuniverse999battery life definitely Samsung but display probably Google

[@susiebit]

Samsung offers the Dual SIM slot, which is still huge for those of us who own a personal and a work SIM card. Also, slightly better battery life, doesn't get dangerously hot as I've heard some of the Pixels do, has the pen thingy to work with, and the Dex system (I have it on my S8 Pro Tablet and find it useful). But... the Pixel 8 certainly looks more comfortable to hold, not so "boring/professional" and the software also looks cooler. Plus those AI perks to video and audio editing that are looking really interesting. Also, the 7-year update range (although 5 years is more than enough for a person to get bored of a phone). Damn. I guess waiting for Samsung S24 before making a decision might be the wisest choice. BTW I have a Huawei P30Pro and still love it, works great after almost 5 years.

[@Sheppydope]

My P30 pro started with the main camera going blurry then 2 months back screen went black 😅loved that phone

[@xenofastiq]

With the Pixel 8, if you have a carrier that can take advantage of eSIM, then you can still take advantage of dual SIM as well. And so far the 8 has been doing much better as far as thermals vs the older Pixel 6 and 7.

[@whoooaaaaaaaaaaa]

I've had my Huawei p30pro for nearly 4 years and it hasn't let me down once, still runs like new with no problems whatsoever.. my contract runs out next month and I'm looking at what to get and I just can't decide! I've lost all interest in other phones specs since I've started using my Huawei

[@RagingBad]

I prefer One UI specially after the major update

[@plumrico7397]

I have the Huawei P30 Pro and it is the best phone I've ever had and would still be using it even with it's couple of slight cracks, however the USB slot has given way and the cable constantly falls out and my Android Auto hates it. Torn between the S23U and GP8P but the looks of the Samsung are so slick even with the corners that may be a bit pokey on the hands. Pricewise about the same now, but O2 are offering the Google Watch (I already have an older Samsung watch) Decisions, Decisions!!!

[@yzc26623]

I love that he often uses Anime wallpaper on review phones lol, a very detailed and helpful review Spurt! I pre-ordered the Pixel 8 Pro thanks to your review!

[@blachi6265]

Seems like your s23u is on older software as samsung added a 2x potrait mode via update.update the phone to the latest build to keep things fair

[@MAAZ_Music]

One more thing is that pixel's face unlock uses AI to improve its security to highest android standards (class 3) and now it is even possible to use pixel 8 and 8 pro's face unlock in banking apps.

[@graemetaylor629]

Is that the same for the pixel 8 ?

[@cyc00000]

Bro coming back to you from the future and the pixel 8 pro is still the leader in the class. Called it right, well done.

[@tesladiesel2420]

I live in Florida and take lots of videos outdoors. My iPhone 14pro max screen is crap, my S23 Ultra is so much brighter. But @ 8:25 …? Wow, pixel!

[@username_earth]

tensor isn’t in the flagship level. consumers are just getting caught by it’s AI features but at the end of the day performance wise it’s still snapdragon wins

[@dianabaines9779]

Hi, I still don't know which phone does the best selfie photos without blurring out the backgrounds. If you know any other brand which does super selfies, all clear and nice backgrounds please let me know. Thank you

[@anthonyhemsworth7417]

I have the dilemma of this choice, im using a s20 fe 5g, have a watch 4 and buds live so im leaning towards samsung again also the trade in deal is superior, getting an extra 150 towards it which on contract makes the samsung £200 cheaper than the pixel, but you do get a watch which makes things confusing again, also the s24 will be jan/feb time ! Augghhhhhhh

[@philipzwick]

Excellent review. I am considering buying a Pixel 8 Pro 256 GB for $806, which is a couple hundred dollars less expensive than the S23 Ultra. Seems like a no brainer to me with this price difference.

[@dgattenb]

i was with my A71 ,, was going to go with the A54 ... but endded witth my 7a in Orange ... now with 14 on her . shes puring away ... hopefully get the usb webcam soon :):)

[@SamBeswick1]

Where do you get your wallpapers from for these videos

[@JvD1985]

Google doesn’t let you to move the Google bar in your home screen… that’s super annoying. I wanted to give the pixel a chance after years of Samsung but this turns me off

[@pill7880]

Why NOT buy a Pixel 8 Pro instead of a S23 Ultra: - Crappy Exynos modified chip (Google Tensor 3) - Still no MHL (video over USB-C) - No desktop mode Looks like the chip will be changed in 2025, TSMC will produce it. If they fix those 3 things, or at the very least the first 2, I will jump to the Pixel.

[@MrQuay03]

And that would come with $200 increase in price

[@kirazukigamedesu7973]

Always been your signature a video review with the anime wallpaper…

[@MajorLeagueAwesome_]

These other guys are right. You have a charisma about you that is fantastic!

[@British_Bruv]

I'm stuck on which one to get, before I had my eye on the Google Pixel, but after seeing a bunch of videos, the Samsung Galaxy, seems to be better. As I'm wanting the phone with the better camera, which one would be the better choice for night and day pictures, and videos?

[@Uncle_Drew0227]

If google is serviced in your country, then it would be the best for your preferred usage. However, Sammy is an all-rounder.

[@bosekim]

I sold my Google Pixel 7 pro because I couldn't get rid of the search bar and weather widget. No one but me decides what should be on the screen when I open my phone. Google, Apple and other manufacturers please let people decide for themselves how the launcher looks on the overpriced products they buy from you. I don't think I'm the only one who is/was terribly annoyed and frustrated with the search bar on the Google Pixel. Locking the user like that is insane! I will not buy from Google again.

[@AmenoMagatsu]

Worth remembering that the S23Ultra is around 8 months old now, and in the tech world, that is quite a bit of time We know the Fold5 has a much brighter screen so that will most likely be on the S24 ultra too Really looking forward to the next iteration

[@gaijinbot8135]

S23 Ultra and Fold 5 have the same max brightness of 1,750 nits though

[@cowboydom]

Exactly this. So many reviewers fail to mention the release date of the S23 Ultra - the S24 Ultra may in fact be released in January, that's when the better comparison can be made

[@Merciuh]

Maybe 8 months used to be a long time, but in the phone world each generation isn't really breaking the mould like it used to

[@ernstt1616]

This will always be the case. They release in cycles.

[@AquaStevae]

Nice point, but the Fold5 does NOT have a "much brighter" screen. It's not really a noticeable difference in real world situations, as we have both.

[@Matt-bp5vy]

I want to get pixel 8 pro. Just missing One Hand Operation + is painful. How come only Samsung app have long/short swipe and diagonal gestures?

[@jordanjackson8873]

On top of using dex to emulate, run native games, move files, increase download speeds, and manage basic tasks with Microsoft apps.

[@TaiwanisMoving]

I had to return my Pixel 8 Pro because the screen was glitching badly. Looked like the screen was failing. So now I'm trying to decide between the S23 Ultra and another Pixel 8 Pro

[@thenameskrisg]

How about a battle of the bases? S23 vs P8? Cheers x

[@Torkijo]

THink its going to come down to brand loyalty and which os you prefer

[@mfkrwill]

been debating if i want to upgrade to either of these or wait for the samsung s24 ultra to drop. Honestly these seem pretty neck and neck so it didnt help my decision, but it was a great review!

[@acemenace7710]

Same! I wanted to upgrade to s23 ultra, but s24 ultra is so near 😂

[@Antonioblah]

me too i upgrade in a week and idk what to get

[@acemenace7710]

@@Antonioblah I can't wait anymore I am going for s23 ultra in a week 😂

[@djordjemarkovic9400]

Pixel 8 pro vs Xiaomi 13T Pro would be a great comparison!

[@dan43544911]

This is not a fair comparison. Should test it against Mi 13 Pro.

[@MMOsForLife]

Hands down the Ultra. Faster SoC (You can side load Geek Bench and see for yourself), much longer battery life, faster charging, faster fingerprint reader, better speakers, stylus. The "7 years of software updates" is a nonfeature promise for the very distant future. Let's see how that works out with the Tensor G3 7 years from now LOL. Like all the prior Pixels, the Pixel 8 is mostly software features behind an older, slower, inefficient SoC.

[@nttinvis]

Exactly 100%%

[@ace0341]

What if the Samsung had Exynos chips in certain regions with their flagships still. At least the pixel has a cheaper price and the software features sometimes require the Tensor chip to do more machine learning AI features that other phones can't' do or don't do as well. Rumours are that google will be working on having a more custom Tensor chip by the tensor G5 built by TSMC compared to the current Samsung manufacturing process.

[@jordanjackson8873]

​@@ace0341I dropped 12% in 2 hours with heavy usage SOT on my s23+

[@RobS7N]

Questions for ya. Can you take 48mpx shots on the ultrawide ? Can you do 60fps on the ultrawide? I use my phone as a back up GoPro so I want a good upgrade that has a great ultrawide camera.

[@Elkethuss]

I went for the pixel 8 pro i really dont regret my choice. An amazing phone

[@AssassinIsAfk]

What's the battery life like?

[@Elkethuss]

​@@AssassinIsAfkpretty good if I don't play any games it can last almost 36h

[@bm2085]

Can you please run a demanding game like GI with the frame counter enabled? So we can see how much smoother the game is on the S23U? Thanks!

[@DaBrown101]

Is it me or the videos side by side were not on the same FPS? What I mean is that the 23 ultra was running "120 fps" while the 8 pro was running at "60 fps". At least thats what it looks like on the video, there is a slight stutter on the 8 pro

[@Paul-q2b1p]

Same old Samsung vs Pixel debate every year. Neither is perfect, one has way better hardware and one has better software. I'd be happy with either one but I'll be sticking with my Pixel 7 Pro for another year especially since Android 14 appears to have improved some of the heat and battery issues.

[@Dalvecc]

🎯

[@yamahass66]

Can you lower the sharpness on pixel like you can on Samsung? Hdr turn off?

[@TimBrownTown]

It's really about neck and neck as far as the pics/video on these two phones now that the Pixel has stepped up their video game. So, for me, it comes down to software experience and with that, Google wins hands down for me. I can't wait to get my P8Pro in today!

[@samsankari3516]

I am currently using both phones to decide which one to go with, like you said you can't bet the Pixel software pure Android experience

[@redclaw72666]

​@@Truck-kunDagoatnote 10 is okayish lol my note 10+ is already having issues which failed at the 2 year mark vs the pixel 6 pro running flawless such a phone normie

[@jordanjackson8873]

@@redclaw72666 sure bud you've been capping in every comment section like a pixel pro salesman

[@8354graham1]

@@jordanjackson8873 Hes right though. My dad ran a google nexus 5 for 10 years without any problems. Google phones last well, I switched from Samsung a year ago. Had various problems with my samsung phones over the years

[@dostonmamatov]

​@@samsankari3516which one you kept?

[@dword492]

Holding the 8 pro finally now I do what with my razor plus 2023

[@mattalford3932]

It still scratches at a level 6 wirh deeper grooves at level 7. Because it's just tempered glass

[@ivodias27]

You should compare S23+ against pixel 8 pro

[@redskies0]

Miku on a thumbnail = instant like

[@GenAndrei]

S23 ultra all the way! Pixel might win a little on camera stuff (but no 10x zoom) otherwise it's worse on everything.

[@GatterSzn]

It has better software and is more useful overall for the average person.

[@Brdsh0t]

The chance of a Pixel lasting 7 years is next to nil, maybe with 3 or 4 warranty replacements. Good luck with Google on that.

[@Kyoroku-m6]

Where do you get your wallpapaers

[@KevinTooReal]

Google blocked Geekbench?

[@vadergrd]

nice comparison , i like the pixel default more , less processed somehow. the portrait mode can be fixed in software...

[@FlubFlubber]

So, the pixel uses google photo's app, not an other gallery app? And how do i remove the clock and temperature in the left corner? I can't remove it?

[@ntagPink]

Nope

[@parshakamarsh]

The only only way to get rid of that widget and the search bar is to use a launcher

[@ryanjeffries3407]

I have a pixel 4a5g and the sound volume when trying to listen to music or videos is horrible. Even at full volume if there is other noise around, forget about it. I would like to know how the volume is on the 8 pro

[@vikta_zm]

Samsung is still king in 2023 despite the new releases by iPhone and Google. I wonder what the s24 will do!