Pixel 8 Pro 1 Month Later - A Very Thorough Review

This is a review of the new Google Pixel 8 Pro. In this review, I go over my experience with the Pixel 8 Pro one month later, to discuss how the phone has been as well as some of its key features.
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[@bastian.michel]

What a fresh breeze of review. Also telling some downsides. Love it. ❤️

[@NizarNoor]

I moved from iPhone 14 Pro to Pixel 8 Pro, and could not be happier. To criticise Pixel 8 Pro changes as “iterative” while favouring iPhones… Void of credibility.

[@ryankittle3431]

Exactly. I feel my iPhone 13 Pro is exactly the same as the iPhone 15 pro

[@deanbarlow8344]

I upgraded to pixel 8 pro also from IPhone 14 pro and I have zero regrets...it's a great phone.

[@ProdORB]

@@deanbarlow8344what about battery life honestly?

[@migueljosephjohn9473]

How’s that video call quality?

[@ruelizabeth5881]

Thank you for this, I’ve been thinking of making the switch too.

[@area_of_andy]

I'm so tired of all the iPhone people with your wannabe Pixel reviews. Buy the same iPhone every year without any innovations and stay away from the Pixel devices. I love my Pixel 8 Pro with all its great features and stylish design. 😁✌️

[@80skid83]

Well said

[@TheMonkeygoneape]

finally retiring my 4xl (the battery stopped working properly) for one of these so pretty pumped

[@vince5652]

Can't wait to get mine I'm excited

[@G.Martinez916]

I might wait a few more months for the 9 pro or see what new folds/flips come out. Upgrading from a flip 4 thats starting to break down,scratches in the fold,screen going black and coming back on

[@user-ik9sy2tk4o]

What about the zoom feature on 8 pro that was suppose to release in December? Allowing Al to enhance zoomed in camera shots quality?

[@fajulate]

I'm here watching a review of a phone I can't even afford. I'm sure I'm not alone here 😅

[@JSLReview]

Definitely not alone. But stay on that hustle, phone will be yours in no time!

[@AliKazi]

I thought you were using the WD40 to polish the scratches on the aluminium on the Pixel 8 Pro. It actually does a good job 👍😅

[@JSLReview]

Not a bad idea!!

[@TheB1nary]

Mine is arriving today!

[@therealchupacabra]

At first I didn't think upgrading from my regular Pixel 6 was worth it. But the Read Aloud feature in Chrome is an utter game changer. This feature alone was worth the upgrade. I also got the 8 Pro for $600 bc I'm a Google Fi customer (highly recommend).

[@nvrdwn3140]

What is a Google fi customer?

[@JohnTravolta722]

​@@nvrdwn3140thats only for usa customers

[@PhenoDubs]

​@@nvrdwn3140 Google Fi is a phone carrier service provided by Google (i.e. Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint)

[@appsenence9244]

I got the pixel 8 pro for 400 bucks cuz i got a few more items from the same company. Kinda nice

[@FreddyD177]

​@@nvrdwn3140 it's Google's mobile service like phone calls texts and data service

[@harenk]

Ditto. Bringing camera lenses together is a much better look. Was the first thing that made me want to even consider the pro over the regular Pixel 8.

[@JSLReview]

Yeah the separated cameras was awkward, this looks a lot cleaner

[@Dwayne3007]

This is so much better than the 7 Pro, it doesn't over heat as much.

[@qikunwang847]

emm, mine is facing over heating when I just browse the web

[@chandrajoshi3614]

Do software updates overheating problems will solved..

[@qikunwang847]

@@chandrajoshi3614 I always keep it in the latest version😭

[@loStestytchannel]

​@@qikunwang847You have a 8pr

[@bigearedmouse17]

The Picture taking Ability of this phone is Amazing !

[@jaredsmith4919]

Bought the Pixel 7 Pro when it first debuted. I've only used some of its functions. But the one bone I have to pick with this phone? Is the dog gone fingerprint sensor. No many how mmay times I add/map my fingerprint? It still has trouble reading, when I attempt to unlock it. I miss the Pixel 2 with it on the back side of the phone.

[@y3it221]

Try to capture the fingerprints in a dark room (with the lights turned off). This worked really well for me.

[@jaredsmith4919]

@@y3it221 I'll give it a try.

[@megajeremy3000]

Is that search bar at the bottom of the screen removable?

[@raginhaver]

Dude tried to erase half the image and said the magic eraser doesn't work that well lol

[@Jo5ue1]

We get it it's very clear you're a fan of the iPhone, no doubt man. At least it took you up to minute 4:20 to bash on the Pixel. I'm 100 % sure that if Apple would have these same innovative features, you would be praising them.

[@EllEmm149]

#facts. I wonder why these people continue doing it LoL. If you're biased please don't waste our time; let alone your own money fronting for likes LoL. #P8P is looking pretty darn good Imho

[@hienho15]

same thing you bring bias to the pixel.

[@EllEmm149]

@@hienho15 because I said a device is looking really good right now?! 😂

[@hienho15]

@@EllEmm149 so what's wrong with this you tuber having his own opinion about a phone. You don't have to agree with him. I don't agree with everything he said but everyone has a preference.

[@EllEmm149]

@@hienho15 I ain't I'm agreeing with the original comment LoL just stay away from the bias whenever you are trying to do a PSA is all because there are people who are truly looking for guidance and this is throwing em off when it comes this type review

[@pratikpinoakawolverine]

My Google assistant is not working on Pixel 8 pro it does respond to hey google but not showing any results also google chrome is hanging and not opening tabs any one same issue please help

[@Diety217]

Can u screen cast without the device u have to pay for?

[@godfather92370]

I really wanted to hear about the live translator

[@SixOhhGeeTeeOhh]

I just hope the build quality is better than the 7 Pro, I've had 4 screen replacements across 3 phones

[@590Myk]

What are you doing I'm a heavy machine mechanic and drop mine all the time I've had it two years and not even a crack. They are bomb proof

[@ricebmw]

Went from iphone 12 to pixel 8 and I'm pretty happy. The only thing the the app optimization is way better on ios. For example Snapchat ran noticeably better on an older iphone compared to brand new pixel. Also some apps like Hulu and Max wont let you zoom to fill the screen and the blackbars are uneven 😂 Other then that its a great phone.

[@Manuel.h.g]

whats the difererence what makes it beter

[@ricebmw]

@@Manuel.h.g what makes what better?

[@sadasiva574]

Hey. I just bought the phone. The issues I am facing: 1. Google photos or any other gallery app takes so much time to load the pics. 2. Phone is heating up even though I just scroll through google photos. 3. Battery is draining quickly, which I am thinking is because it's heating up quickly. 4. Best take feature is not giving many options (very poor options), Magic eraser is also very bad, leaves too much blur on the pics. Did you also face the same issues?? If so, could you please tell me what you did to solve them??

[@jamescullen6035]

@@sadasiva574need to return it if you are having all of them problems. I don’t have pixel but know some things that it should not be doing

[@trixxrg]

I'm waiting my pixel 8 pro, but i dont know if its a good smartphone...i dont know if i have to bring It back... Camera lag, security features bad...i i want to modify a pic i have to upload It on Cloud... Please help me how its Better to me...🤦😭

[@IamOkita]

Honestly stuck between a Galaxy Ultra or Pixel 8 Pro cause my Pro Max iPhone just keeps getting re-skins and I’m bored of it

[@enchonglee2573]

Im still undecided to buy this although i like the promise of 7yrs.update that was a good offer than the other phone,im thinking of this or a nubia 60 ultra but the 7yrs.promise update of google pixel 8 pro hook me,but still undecided😢

[@p2o8wer]

I was happy until I heard the rattle from the camera today. First time in 2 months. Even just flipping the phone over I notice it now. I think it got much worse from day 1

[@desmondwiltz7567]

Can you drop the link for your wallpapers?

[@Mattu1981]

Backdrops app

[@gio1135]

“very thorough” but less than 10min? has to be a good video

[@rosechhak9072]

❤

[@mattalford3932]

Do research before you review a phone. That thermometer is supposed to be to check your body temperature. They didn't get FDA approval in time, but I think they are still working getting that approval

[@KBSINN]

My biggest concern is, with this processor will it be able to run the future os updates smoothly?

[@JSLReview]

Yeah Google doesn’t have the best track record in this area, hoping that they ironed out some of the issues with the earlier versions of tensor. So far it’s ok but I’ll do more long term reviews throughout the year!

[@nicholasobam4998]

Indeed, it's a 12Ram why the Doubt when IPhone 15 is doing 8GB

[@80skid83]

I think with the stock ISH android that it uses, it will be fine. My main issue is battery health long term.

[@zayden2835]

I was an iphone user for 8 years straight so i moved on to samsung galaxy s21. I was surprised on how good the features are. I might try google pixel soon. 😊 i never ever come back to iphone anymore

[@braydonh2150]

Should I upgrade to this from iPhone 12 Pro Max?

[@80skid83]

Yes. What's the battery health on your 12 pro saying?

[@michaelkeaton32]

Long time Note and then Galaxy S Ultra user. I switched to the pixel because of the camera and I'm not turning back. I love Samsung phones but their cameras are over hyped. Blurry up close shots and shutter lag are inexcusable for a flagship.

[@Betancourtdm]

Redo a AI review with the new AI Core update that came out today. It speeds up the AI features quite a bit. Still some lag but way better.

[@fantasytky28]

Nah. They don't. Most it the slowness he complained here resigns on the Google photo ai editing which as opposed to what Google tried to portrait, most are still cloud base. So no, whatever bs local ai update they don't improve this cloud base ai stuff

[@Betancourtdm]

@@fantasytky28 Photo unblur is a on device feature, it is at least 2x faster after the update. Also Geekbench ML NNAPI scores went up a decent bit

[@Lilducktator]

Mmm at this point I think wait for Pixel 9 Pro - S24 Ultra looks tempting though.

[@SuperRishabh21]

Hello, Thank you for the video. which one would you recommend between 8 or 8pro. I am coming from Samsung phone user but i think i am done with them for now at least lol so just need your suggestion. Please and thank you.

[@mackmccord3743]

Get the 8pro.. You will love it!

[@JSLReview]

I’d say pixel 8 if you’re a value buyer, it’s pound for pound a fantastic phone for the price.

[@mackmccord3743]

Don't listen to him. Get the pro. You want the best of the best. The 8 is good. But why not have the best and brightest screen and the better camera and cameras plus so if the pro features that may or may not come to the regular series. Plus the pro is $200 off right now

[@whitneym.6941]

Why leave samsung?

[@miksmiks8046]

​@@JSLReviewI wanna know if I need a smaller phone, pixel 8 is still OK?

[@thetechuser1997]

Love From ❤🇮🇳

[@JSLReview]

Appreciate the support, thanks for watching!!

[@RedceLL1978]

Feels like every other minute you're saying it's not as good as the iPhone and it almost seems like you've been paid off to do that so often. This review seems badly biased and highly lacking in credibility.

[@hienho15]

This is his review and his experience. Wtf with these offended iPhone haters

[@mattalford3932]

The AI stuff takes a while because your phone isn't doing most of it. It actually sends your photos to Google servers where real computers do the AI work and then send it back to you.

[@tomazmbm18]

So why I can do it without be connected to the Internet?

[@sadasiva574]

Hey everyone. I just bought the pixel 8 pro. The issues I am facing since minute 1: 1. Google photos or any other gallery app takes so much time to load the pics. 2. Phone is heating up even though I just scroll through google photos. Phone heated up while doing the set up too. 3. Battery is draining quickly, which I am thinking is because it's heating up quickly. 4. Best take feature is not giving many options (very poor options), Magic eraser is also very bad, leaves too much blur on the pics. Did you also face the same issues?? If so, could you please tell me what you did to solve them??

[@ty_the_audi_guy9259]

I’m about to buy a Pixel 8 Pro, but I’ve been a Pixel user in the past so here’s my recommendation. Close off background apps, the device has a lot of RAM and can run with many apps open, but it takes a big toll on the battery. Turn off location services only for when you’re using apps. If you really need to turn down the display refresh rate, even use battery saver and drop the brightness. Pixels are just known for being a little laggy and having heat issues, you’ll get used to it. I do recommend not having lots of apps or photos on it, it helps keep the phone stable, but if you need it won’t be terrible. I’m a Pixel 3 XL user so I’m not the most up to date, but that’s what I learned from mine.

[@ln5747]

My 7a did that for about 3 days until it optimized - no heating and battery improved.

[@sonnyspencer7]

“Let me measure temperature on something that has heat constantly changing and say it’s not consistent.”

[@QponHoney]

I have the pixel 8 pro and coming from a pixel 3xl i must say the battery life still suck. I dont like Theres no back button you have to swipe to the left and that make you close out of everything. I cant say i love it.

[@80skid83]

3 button navigation can be added, which has back button, it's in your settings. Settings >display >navigation mode

[@codes9549]

When are phones gonna have sapphire lens window so they dont scratch, you can buy a sapphire crystal for a watch for under $50 why do we still have scatchable windows on flagship phones

[@houndgirl7365]

Money why else 🤷‍♀️ phone breaks you have to take it in to get fixed or replaced. Remember all companies test for longevity as well and they see ways to cut it so that it forces consumers to buy again (much like how cars once were built in a way that was meant to be passed down, but now they are made to break after a certain time frame so you have to buy another one) Its also no secret that most if not all companies destroy certain phones/ tablets after they release a certain amount of upgraded versions. That said the day they include such a screen is the moment it will likely cost way more for the 'pro series' who knows maybe they will think of a term above pro just to gut people more financially when buying their phones. Man that ended up as a rant sorry bout that I just get annoyed at companies and the fact we could have had infinite energy, but corporations said no because it hurts their bottom line that goes for about everything including clothing. Its an interesting rabbit hole just a little depressing.

[@MartyHarrison-cx4gu]

Oh course the video is in the same league as the iPhone . Not quite as good but that was a ridiculous Apple sheep comment to say it wasn't even in the same league . I have both and he needs his eyes checked. Also even Apple channel reviewers have commented that the pixel video is close to the iPhone

[@divertidobay]

I have both too and there are pros and cons about both Iphone and pixel. I just know I'm done owning Samsung's

[@hienho15]

You seem offended

[@poochyjones7112]

​@@divertidobaywhy are you done with Samsung phones ?

[@rodericktorres275]

For me I feel that the pixel 6 definitely closed the Gap but the camera switching really really needs improvement because Apple still wins in this regard

[@MartyHarrison-cx4gu]

@@hienho15 lol strange reply and a little creepy .

[@hotsizzle3000]

Got the pixel 8 pro.... They only had one left 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TheMichaelparis]

I would have consider it if it has a Snapdragon Gen 2, i think they got a good deal with samsung because it is a just a rebranded exynos crap 😅

[@Wellgee]

I bought one because it was 600 off at spectrum mobile, and I got almost 200 for my trade in. I wanted a fold, but the 8 pro is undeniable for 200 bucks.

[@NigelGresley_OG]

same brother hell of a day. Im enjoying it compared to my 21 Ultra.

[@m.b5777]

You didn't get it for 200. Spectrum is not stupid to lose money. You signed a contract and are paying monthly. part of the payment is for your phone even though they don't say that.

[@sahelanthropus-1777]

⁠@@m.b5777Spectrum let’s you pay it off upfront so $200 + 2 months of service (60 days locked period) let’s you get an unlocked 8 pixel pro for stupidly cheap.

[@NigelGresley_OG]

@@m.b5777 yeah if you pay only monthly you'll pay more over time. But you can just outright buy it or pay it off early so yeah it's still a good discount if you actually just pay it off early rather than later.

[@Ramiro3594]

​@@m.b5777damn bro. Why you mad. Maybe he bought it outright. That's what I did. Didn't trade in anything so got it for $400 $424 with tax to be exact. Bought it cash my monthly payment hasn't changed!

[@99NOFX]

Google have been an information company collecting data for years. They dont sell that data, they use it. (I dunno they might sell it). But the AI. It has AI in it and thats crazy

[@daasguy99]

Talks about hardware till 4:26 skip till here.

[@michaelthapa4913]

Is it worth Yes this one is Worth 🤙

[@JSLReview]

What’s your favorite feature??

[@Groldomtube]

wallpapers?

[@Mattu1981]

Backdrops app

[@chrisaustin23]

I just updated to the 8 today from the 7 and it seems...small? Like too small? I know, it's probably fine, but seriously considering returning for the 8 Plus.

[@DJ_S-3-R-G]

There's an 8 Plus? Lol

[@KianFloppa]

Google Pixel 8 Pro gang

[@capeT27]

great video bro🔥💯.... m3?

[@JSLReview]

Appreciate it!

[@TK-dx6qc]

What a pointless and generic comment. Also, what's M3?

[@GoldenPunk81]

Wishing it was better... not jumping the iOS ship just yet 😑

[@godtieranime843]

Is it worth it changing from iphone 13 ?

[@JSLReview]

That’s a tough question, are you wanting to leave iOS for Android?

[@JSPRshots]

If you're looking to switch from iOS to Android then I would recommend the pixel series over anything else, pixels have been the most reliable phones I've owned

[@luxmeister]

Too bad it stills overheat because Tensor. PS: I am a Pixel user.

[@setheTONEsportstalk]

Overheats or heats up? I feel they phone I had, mostly Samsung gets hot on certain occasions especially using AA when it's a hot day but nothing major. Same with this one so no big issues.

[@cod4r]

Is this pixel still overheating in summertime?

[@Reenetned]

No my device stays cool.

[@fab9727]

@@sidersproductions941 Somewhere on earth is always summer... there's a world outside America

[@sidersproductions941]

Ah good point. I only see the world based off where I live. It's a natural thing@@fab9727

[@Oscaremill]

My 7 pro is all season overheated

[@iSucrose]

I have a strong desire to transition to Android, but I have concerns about potential regret.

[@AssassinIsAfk]

Wait until the pixel 10 that's when Google is going to have a tmc based processor which will be better than their current exynos styled processors.

[@techierg1862]

Very ordinary so ordinary that in fact both apple and Samsung are going to copy many of the features that are on the pixil

[@carloguevarra292]

Definitely a iphone fan boy 😂🤣😭☠️ Pokes fun at the price of the pixel but probability paid twice as much for all the accessories that iphone charges you. Iphone failed when they couldn't provide you with a charger. Lame review

[@Ronaldo-hy6kd]

This is an advertisement for the iPhone

[@hienho15]

Offended much?

[@peacevalleyforagers]

That's what I thought too

[@SalmanQadri-PNW]

I have iPhone and it beats camera quality all the way iPhone is for robots

[@stevebeil9599]

Horrible review. You are searching hard to find something negative to say about every feature of the iPhone. Battery is just ok but getting 7+ his of sot? That's really good battery. The photos are better than the iPhone. It's ok to say that out loud.

[@shakierputtur]

Why WD40? 😅

[@JSLReview]

lol dude I ran out of props just grabbed whatever was laying around

[@johnny257]

@JSLReview I felt it was prop heavy. In my opinion. I saw right through what you were doing. Less is more. I still enjoyed it.

[@DJ_S-3-R-G]

I'm sending mine back. The connectivity on this phone is weak as hell. My Pixel 5a has better connectivity and better battery life. My Pixel 8 Pro has terrible battery life. I've updated this phone to current update and nothing has helped. I think I'm gonna go to Samsung. The Pixel line now has everything from Samsung. Has a Samsung screen, Samsung cameras, and even the Tensor chip was created based on the Samsung Exynos chip. I might as well get a Samsung phone. They should not have gone away from Snapdragon chipset. The the battery life would be way better. The Tensor chip is just so power hungry. It hasn't changed from Pixel 6 series.

[@Restaurando-E-Testando]

After the Google Pixel 8 Pro was announced more than 10 years ago, this cell phone will become a relic

[@amguit]

I love android. But, what's up with their devices looking like mid tier Android phones. You would think they would look premium.

[@80skid83]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Bria5735]

I broke it

[@davidonwp]

WD-40? 😂

[@techierg1862]

Then all apple fans will be this call screening feature is awesome we think apple invented it they also invented a real apple and the tree it came from now don’t get me wrong apple is a good phone but far from perfect both phones have their strengths and weaknesses I’ve had many iPhones but I like my pixel and s23 much better

[@jerryjames1131]

Why are all the new smartphones so thin and long? I miss bulky short phones

[@rushpatriot2866]

That's the past bro time moves fast in the tech world either get with the program or get left behind

[@ridehead8771]

Samsung still unbeatable.

[@stangurule1017]

May seem boring at first glance... Lol iPhones are boring!!

[@cassjr17]

I love the pixel.... But the bugs the bugs the bugs 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@Ssrfu]

Very ordinary device no where close to iphone or s23 ultra.

[@Alfisti156]

Ugly back design 🤮

[@thetechrealist]

Useless gimmicks, unimproved biometrics, terrible processor, terrible button placement, meh battery life, all that for what you could buy, which is a Samsung or iPhone instead. Nah, Google failed with the pixel 6-8 line. Hopefully, they improve on the pixel 9 but with their current track record, it looks like they won’t. Ps, I’m terribly disappointed by Google’s horrid Tensor chip because of the stability being subpar and they won’t even throttle the chip so that it doesn’t overheat or offer better stability. That’s like nah fam, keep your junk Google, I’m switching….

[@Texas-yeehaw]

I cant imagine getting this triggered over a phone... Hope you get to feeling better mate.

[@AssassinIsAfk]

tbh he's gotta switch to iPhone since they are the only ones that have a flagship processor across their line up, Samsung fucks you over with exynos which is basically tensor but less optimised unless you are willing to pay more for the ultra which is getting the snapdragon8 gen 3 which isn't a great design since it's just too boxy for me, hey maybe I'm the only one that thinks like that or if you live in America you get the spoils of having a snapdragon processor.

[@AssassinIsAfk]

​@@Texas-yeehawpoint is dudes salty that he has to go over to apple because he lives in the UK and is gonna end up getting a sub par processor if he picks a s24 or a 24+ since it will have the exynos 2400 inside of it which is basically a Snapdragon8gen2 maybe a bit worse with more ai features.

[@thetechrealist]

@@Texas-yeehaw It's called having passion, maybe you need more of it in your life mate...

[@thetechrealist]

@@AssassinIsAfk I'm not salty because of that. I just want Google to improve. It's like watching your own kid doing drugs and alcohol 🤣 Plus, I love iPhones too 😆