Google Pixel 8 Pro vs iQOO 12
The Verdict
Google Pixel 8 Pro commands premium positioning with its exceptional 2400-nit display, comprehensive camera system featuring 5x optical zoom, and Google's computational photography prowess. iQOO 12 delivers remarkable value at nearly half the price, boasting superior peak brightness (3000 nits), faster 144Hz refresh rate, and blazingly quick 120W charging versus Pixel's 30W. Performance-wise, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 slightly edges Tensor G3 for gaming and raw speed. Camera quality favors Pixel 8 Pro's superior software processing and zoom capabilities, though iQOO's 64MP telephoto and 8K video recording impress technically. Pixel excels in durability with IP68 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while iQOO lacks water resistance. For photography enthusiasts prioritizing image quality and long-term software support, Pixel 8 Pro justifies its premium. Value-conscious users seeking faster charging, brighter display, and strong performance should consider iQOO 12.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 8 Pro if…
- →Outstanding camera system with 5x telephoto
- →Seven years of OS and security updates
- →Bright 2400-nit Super Actua display
Buy the iQOO 12 if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- →144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- →120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Pros
- Outstanding camera system with 5x telephoto
- Seven years of OS and security updates
- Bright 2400-nit Super Actua display
- Built-in temperature sensor
- On-device AI features
Cons
- Tensor G3 prone to thermal throttling
- Slow 30W wired charging
- Heavy at 213 g
- Expensive at launch
iQOO 12
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- 144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- 120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
- 64 MP 3x telephoto periscope zoom is excellent for the price
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for future-proof connectivity
Cons
- No IP rating for water or dust resistance
- No wireless charging despite flagship-level pricing
- Limited global availability and after-sales network
- 13 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- OriginOS/Funtouch is heavily skinned
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 8 Pro | iQOO 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14 (Funtouch OS 14 / OriginOS 4) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 213 g | 202 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX920 |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@120fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | 64 MP, f/2.57, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.95, 125.5-degree | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB / 16 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 120W FlashCharge |
| Wireless charging | 23W (Pixel Stand) | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2992 x 1344 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2400 | 3000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz + 3x3.2 GHz + 2x3.0 GHz + 2x2.3 GHz) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715s MC10 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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