Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 8 Pro
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 5
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 5
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Faster charging
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Higher-resolution camera
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Better display
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Lighter body
Google Pixel 5
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6 | 6.7 |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2340 | 2992 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1344 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | — | 2400 |
| PPI | 432 | 489 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Screen-to-body | 85.9 | 87.4 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 765G 5G | Google Tensor G3 |
| Process (nm) | 7 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 11 | 14 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Features | LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | Multi-zone Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
| Count | 2 | 3 |
| periscope telephoto | — | 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm, (periscope telephoto) |
| ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 48 MP, f/2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2, 24mm, (wide) | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4080 | 5050 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 30 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 12 | 23 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 144.7 | 162.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8 | 8.8 |
| Weight (g) | 151 | 213 |
| Width (mm) | 70.4 | 76.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, September 30 | 2023, October 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, October 15 | Available. Released 2023, October 12 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - G1MNW |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - GD1YQ | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G1MNW |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1 + E5a), QZSS (L1 + L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature) |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 5 and Google Pixel 8 Pro are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 5 is 7% cheaper at 76,000 DZD versus 81,600 DZD for the Google Pixel 8 Pro, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 8 Pro packs a 5050 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 8 Pro reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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