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Everyone says that the Pixel 8 has better software support, the problem lies in its chipset compared to the s233, How will that Tensor perform after 5 years of use, as it is still barely average in the middle segment?? With s23, I believe that sd gen 2 will still be competitive in 5 years against phones in the middle class.. And as for the premium look and feel in the hand as well as the build quality, Samsung is ahead of the Pixel in every way. Personally, here in Serbia, the prices of these two devices are relatively close, so I believe that s23 is better in terms of investment-gain. I use s23 from March, and is awsome. Cameras is way better from last updates, battery can hold 2 days of usage, if you can use it wihout playng any games. But when i travel and use phone a lot, it ends day for about 30%. So my money is on S23... see ya
Batice moze li preporuka ako bi se biralo izmedju s23 ili google pixel 7 pro? Posto su tu u cjenovnom rangu otprilike. A izbor je izmedju s23 pixel 8 i 7pro. Tu su sa cijenama svakako. 20 do 40 e razlike
@@mikeseferovic4236 , Mislim da pogledas neke uporedne testove da vidis sta bi ti odgovaralo... Mozda ti s23 bude mali, ili mozda 7 pro veliki, a recimo baterija na 7 pro je losija od 8, a s23 ima manju bateriju a drzi duze od oba Pixela,,, Ajd kamere su tu i tamo tu negde, mada s23 ima bolju stabilizaciju u video snimcima. Pa imas i korisnicki interfejs, ne znam sta bi ti odgovaralo. Ja bi izbacio 7 pro, zbog baterije i procesora koji nije tako mocan kao na 8 i S23, biraj izmedju ta dva, a da i ako uzimas s23 onda idi na verziju 8/256 zbog memorije koja je ufs 4.0, pa je samim tim za 15% bolji tel od onog bazicnog... Eto toliko od mene, pozz
I have both. The P8 is great but the performance difference is undeniable if you have any intention of gaming. S23 can run a new game like Star rail at high and 60fps, where P8 struggles and needs to run at medium and 30. Hopefully the most recent update fixes rhat because i prefer Pixel experience.
Pixel isn't meant for gaming anyways. Their aim was always making the average user experience better, easier and also efficient. If u want a beast then get the s23 but if ur a person who scrolls through social media all day and get super great and creative AI features u gotta pick up the pixel
Supposedly the new december feature dropped also had a kernel update that should improve gaming. But I doubt it would be AS good as the 8Gen2. But definitely a welcome improvement for those that chose the Pixel route.
I had the pixel 8 and found it to get a bit warm and battery not great. Have the 256 s23 and the feel in the hand and light weight is a winner for me. The ultrasonic sensor and also prefer status bar of signal etc on the Samsung. Just suits me more overall
To me it's no contest I prefer stock android and no bloatware, dual apps or poor Ram management. Pixels aren't perfect but they don't have those issues and I think notifications are handled better on Pixels. Plus you will get the new versions of Android and security updates much faster on Pixel devices.
With galaxy you just have apps you can't remove but just have buried in a folder--they never both you. Pixel on the other hand has massive bloatware in your face. So how do you prefer pixel over galaxy exactly???? And yes, im talking about the massive and obtrusive google search bar. You literally can't remove it!!!!!!!! Big deal breaker. I'm on Galaxy's side, they let you customize and setup your home screens however you want
@@dyeace at least with Google it's JUST the Google search bar. On Samsung it's 2 dozen Samsung and Google apps that do the same thing and you can't remove either of them. There is so much bloatware on Samsung not to mention I hate the cartoonish look of the icons. How do I prefer Pixel? If that isn't clear now then you obviously aren't reading and just trolling me. I get some prefer Samsung and that's fine it just isn't for me.
@@5150crazyfun you're missing the point tho :(. With Sammy, yes there are a million dumb apps, but I couldn't for the life of you tell what they are. They're all on the apps page which I never use. Years ago I threw them all on a folder I named useless I think? They do me no harm. With pixel, the search bar is in my face every day!!!!! And it takes up like 4 apps worth of space on my home screen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've created and continue to create100% customizable BANGER home screen layouts that go great with my animated wallpapers (wallpaper engine ftw). None of that would be possible on pixel :(
Tell me you haven't used an s23 without telling me you haven't used an s23, I switched from pixel 7 to s23 and I can tell you the there is as much if not more bloatwarr on the pixel, one ui is much nicer than pixel android, btw pixel os is not stock android
The only thing holding me back from the Pixel is that Tensor chip. I hate that it's made by Samsung. All my Samsung got really slow after time, but the Pixel 5 with the Snapdragon 675 did not. Which also be the reason I'm not looking at the S24, which apparently woll get Exynos again
@@machoprotegido5607 Only buy it, and I mean ONLY buy it if you really like the small size and you're going to run a custom ROM on it. Otherwise DO NOT.
On Boxing Day, they both cost exactly the same. I prefer S23 because it looks premium imo. Pixel 8 camera bump doesn't look good, and you didn't mention that the S23 can record at 8k 30fps. I don't really care about long software support, cause your battery dies anyway after 4-5 years of usage.
@@donciclazae1200 prepare your meal. i know many ppl that still use phones for 4-5 years & the models are technically 5-6+ years old too. i have a family member that even uses an iphone 6s plus (or normal 6 plus idk) which got released 2015 (/2014)... she doesnt want to replace it yet since it still runs fine, so there is your 7 years take i prob wont keep it for that long either and replace it after 3-4 years depends what the market has to offer but good thing is that it prob still has good value due to the updates & worth to hand it over to a fam member etc.
I got the pixel 8 pro for myself this Christmas because of the camera. I used to have OnePlus 9pro, but since it got smashed i had to get a cheap phone in the meantime. God damn the stock android is so annoying to use. So many "basic" features that oneplus have pixel doesnt, lock screen tilt lock. So many features i miss. Gonna return it and wait for s24 and oneplus 12 and see what they bring
Friend of mine - IT guy who changing phones every year or sooner, says just the opposite. He loved pure Android but switched to S23 because of "feel" in his hand.
I don't get how anyone can think that the pixel is better looking.. colour, design.. no, samsung is better looking. However, I still haven't decided which one I'm getting.
@SandyJuicyCheeks Went with the galaxy. Old and proven. Maybe it will be a pixel next time. New EU law states that all phones skall have changeable battery by 2027 latest. Thata when I aim to buy a new one. Hopefully Google has fixed the overhearing problem by then.
@@qp9vp for photos, i used mkb's blind camera test and apparently ur right, samsung did "win" for me, they do great shots, however pixel 8 was 2nd place with 1 point difference & then pixel 7 as 3rd - so idk could be a flaw since when u compare both its actually hard to see which one looks better side by side. for batteries dont get your hopes too high, "changeable" in terms of the user given the tools to replace it. and they already have that option on the newest model. so u dont need special equipment to open it & replace it, all parts are available to buy, still annoying to remove the back glas but it will prob the same in the next few years - maybe it bit easier but prob not.
Samsung is less buggy, and at £550 on amazon, cheaper than the pixel. I would choose the S23 but I'll probably hold out for the S24 and see what generative Ai and translation features they bring. Hopefully on device - most of pixels useful features are cloud based and offers via google one, so you don't need a pixel
tbf cloud based AI is prob currently better compared to on device, since its easier to train / update the AI, on-device needs an seperate update for faster compiling, learning, (features) & prob doesnt learn as fast as cloud based, since the AI doesnt get feed as much as a cloud based one (since it moslty only learns from your data), which makes it bit more "restrictive". for bugs: if samsung had proper OneUI i would agree. but their launcher is so unoptimized its insane compared to other brands, but they getting better. Also to bring the pixel up: thats what u pay for, u can use it for free otherwise u pay for it, like any 3rd party AI software - i would like to use it but pay for it monthly? nah.
@@Vss077 I like OneUI - the multi-window is best in class. Better than all other Androids and iPhone has nothing. Secure folder is great, Routines is like Apple Shortcuts. Multi-Sound and smart things is great. I don't know your experience but typically critique of OneUI comes from low level handsets or very old versions. On device generative AI is useful from a speed point of view. There is enough processing power on the new new chipsets for langange models and most imaging tasks without uploading to cloud
@@kierenkd could be, i usually dont buy every generation or have used the newest one, last time it was like 1 year ago on a mid range model. also i dont use all those feature u mentioned, they are all not important 4 me or to be more precise - i would never use things like multi window or sound. To AI i agree. imo both things have their pros & cons - i expect the new SD gen 3 wont have "much" AI, its very basic too, as seen that some chinese devices have the new chip but still missing the promised / shown main AI features, maybe in 3-4 years it will be insane.
@@Vss077 FWIW _ looks like Google is launching a Secure Folder and improving Multi-Window in upcoming Android 14 updates (9to5 google) . The SD gen 2 already has fantastic AI benchmarks for on device stuff - especially with LLMs - just not being implemented well yet. Hopefully Samsung and Apple will join the race in 2024 making it better for all.
@@mr.send_it Damn... Great question! It'd be a tough call & they're small but relevant differences, but I'd go with the Pixel. Monthly security patch updates, quarterly pixel drop updates and first to update to latest version of android guarantees I'm always running the latest and most secure version of Android. And I've made more use of small pixel exclusives like call screening, hold for me and a few others than I ever thought I would. Pixels have almost spoiled me as when I don't have them on other phones, I sense the difference almost immediately.. Still, both great though. Good luck!
It's my first time buying a flagship phone on same year release and way too excited to get my hands on the 8 G2, I got my phone a week after the pixel 8 release since i come from an old pixel 2xl thats why I waited for pixel 8(even I got the money on august) after knowing G3 isn't even equal to 8+ Gen1 I bought the S23 rightaway, its just that there's alot of games comming out on 2024, like NFS mobile or warzone mobile. In 3dmark test 8 Gen2 is 22% higher than A17 pro
Pixel very subpar modem/signal strength makes Samsung the obvious choice for me. Spend much time in places like dense buildings (such as the middle of a big hospital) or a rural area with distant cell towers with someone who has a nornal phone (any old iphone for example or a Snapdragon Samsung) vs a Pixel 6 or later and you will immediately notice the difference.
I prefer 'stock android' for its cleaner look and uncluttered nature. So for this reason, I'd pick the Google - regardless of whether the Samsung may be a better all rounder. I'm not a gamer, so having a phone that's good for gaming isn't important; but having a phone which takes really good photos is very important to me. So it's the Pixel for me, all day long. I have to admit to being something of a 'Pixel fanboy'.
Had the pixel 8, sold it and that was the hardest time I had selling a phone even throwing a pair of brand new buds pro for free. No one wants these phones. Hated it, nothing like a samsung on Android platform.
no one wants it since its too expensive rn & prob everyone already has a early 2023 flagship or waiting for early 2024 flagships. Also a pixel 8 non pro is hard to sell since it offers barely any new gamechanging features compared to the 7 or other phones - if u have a pro it the chance to sell it is pretty high if u go down 100$ (not to mention their walmarts black friday deals on the pixel were rly good iirc)
Looks like you are just reading the product specifications. When you place the phones side by side comparing the displays, you don't point out which is pixel, which is samsung.
I've been an Apple user since June 2021 with an iPhone 12 (before of that I had an Oneplus Nord) Now I am a back to Android with a Pixel 8 for 2 weeks now. This phone is great for my usage. Bright for outdoor, fast to switch between apps, beautiful camera for everyday shots (I have a Sony camera for more HQ pictures) and great battery life for its form factor. 5h hours of screen time per day, and it usually need to charge at 6pm or 8pm (with the iphone I needed to charge it 2-3 times per day). I went with the Pixel to go pure android and it's so smooth to have only the Google apps and not the Samsung ones (or Xiaomi ones). I only play Clash Royale once per day so I don't use this phone regularly for gaming, so the G3 CPU is doing great to me. Drawbacks: - videos, bot good as iPhone ones but I have the Sony camera for that - emojis, Apple emojis are like the universal ones - Instagram is more buggy that iPhone's one - Gallery app, I recently watched some pics about Samsung ones and that's a thing I would like to Install on my Pixel (I am so glad of APKs...)
Currently I'm choosing between these two and after full research Pixel is my winner because the camera capabilities ;) The only thing I'm a little bit afraid is a battery compared to S23 but we'll see next week.
@@mohammednisark4956 It's not bad. I use it quite intensively and I need to charge it every day or even less. Almost each day I use it to listen or watch YT podcasts, mainly without headphones + social media/net but it makes it. If you use your phone less intensively i think it could last 2 days.
I feel like the pixel processor will be absolute garbage by the time software support ends, my previous pixels have failed or fallen apart well before support ended
After S20FE i wanted to try something smaller and went for Pixel 8. What a disappointing phone that is. It is a midranger with good camera. Way overpriced for what it offers. Returned it and went back to Samsung...
Um. Please don't buy into the hype. Sure pixel gets 7 years of updates. But, from my 4 months of using it, they still haven't fixed half the bugs the device shipped with. On top of that, there's newer more annoying bugs now...
I think you are wrong 😅 s23 is better.. And I'm saying that as a Pixel 8 owner.. The bottom line is the snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is better and powerful than tensor.. You're talking about stupid things like cameras but the most important hardware component in a device is it's chipset
Would have been nice if the S23 was just a little thicker and used a 4100mah battery. The Xiaomi and Chinese phones use Li-po batter which charges quicker and ages quicker. S23 has the Lithium ion battery instead
Made not a single mention about video shooting in a review comparison... what the hell.. well I guess I will look elsewhere, but this is just poor quality content, can tell you just rushed a generic script.
I have a feeling the p8 is not going to last for the duration of 7 years ,which is how long google says it will push updates to the P8. That, coupled with the shit modem and chipset, the spotty performance per update, the really crappy customer srvice, and the horrible thermal management, I'd say go for the s23
You can easily add a different launcher to pixel = no search bar, but you can never get rid of the 20 useless bloatware Samsung apps, which sometimes create problems with Google apps that everybody uses. The Samsung has better hardware, but I wouldn't say it has more freedom.
@@xenod1066 Do you hear yourself? You're acknowledging that Google forces you to tie up 4 slots, an entire row, on your home screen with some Google bullshit "launcher" and calling that equally free to Samsung which doesn't have that requirement? Case in point, with Samsung every single slot and row is 100% free for you to do as you please, but this is not the case for Google. True you can't uninstall some Samsung apps, which isn't ideal; however, Samsung doesn't force them in your face the way Google does. Mine are buried in a folder in the apps page--I literally have not even seen them FOR YEARS so I can't say it has an impact, being just being a nuisance in principle. So, do you want a full row of forced propaganda on your home screen or a home screen that is 100% your choice. Guaranteed Korean-American freedom wins in my book!
@@dyeace lol. You can get rid of the search bar. You can't get rid of the apps. Sticking the icon in a folder doesn't get rid of the app, it still takes up storage space, and still tries to become default. And since nobody prefers them, why have them at all, let alone make them impossible to remove? Shouldn't that be up to us, whether it's Google or Samsung, or whatever? I like Samsung phones, I'm just not convinced that they give you more choice or freedom than pixel. Both could stand to improve. I don't see why anything other than system files should be impossible to remove.
@@xenod1066 1. You can't remove search bar on pixel. 2. What's this about other apps trying to be default? Must be another pixel fail. On Samsung you choose your defaults and it sticks for life. Haven't adjusted default apps in years, and they're all custom. 3. Storage isn't an issue. I have 512 always (Samsung's minimum since it's always free upgrade from 256). And I never use more than 50gb. TBH I wish my phone had less storage in the age of cloud. Just paying for shit I don't need. That said, if you really care about storage 🤡 I doubt Samsung apps take up much space. Couldn't tell you what the Samsung apps are or what they do. Unlike Google, Samsung doesn't shove its shit down my throat. Rip your home screen
@@xenod1066 just double checked lol. Google confirms the search bar can't be removed. As discussed earlier best you can do is replace it with another bullshit. Your home screen can never be 100% yours. Cope game is strong with you for suggesting it can be removed
I absolutely hate the new Pixel 8. Bulky, heavy, too large bump, software issues, signal issues. I was google nexus and pixel customer. I will most likely never purchase Google phone again. Its absolute rubbish.
I don't need either. The Oppo Reno 10 Pro plus that I have, with its 120X zoom capabilities, with nearly optional zoom from ultra wide angle to 10X zoom in between, is better than these two.
