Google Pixel 8 Price in Kenya
The Google Pixel 8 price in Kenya is KES 56,000 at Smartphones Planet Kenya, with a 2-year warranty included. Released October 2023, the Google Pixel 8 carries Google's Tensor G3 chip on 4nm, a 50MP f/1.7 OIS dual-pixel PDAF main camera, a 6.2-inch 120Hz OLED with 2,000-nit peak brightness, IP68 water resistance, bypass charging, 18W wireless charging, and 7 guaranteed Android upgrades, taking software support through October 2030. Available in Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, and Mint colours.
Design:
The Pixel 8 measures 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9mm and weighs 187 grams, the most compact phone with a 1/1.31-inch main sensor and IP68 in this catalogue. The build uses Gorilla Glass Victus on both front and back with an aluminum frame. IP68 provides full dust and water resistance to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes. Available in four colours: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, and Mint.
Display:
The Pixel 8 carries a 6.2-inch OLED display at 1080 x 2400 pixels (428 ppi) running at 120Hz with 1,400-nit HBM and 2,000-nit peak brightness, HDR10+, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The 428ppi and 2,000-nit peak are improvements over the Pixel 7's 416ppi and 1,400-nit peak. The 120Hz adaptive refresh delivers smooth everyday use. The compact 6.2-inch form factor is comfortable for one-handed operation.
Camera:
The Pixel 8 carries a 50MP main camera (f/1.7, 25mm, 1/1.31-inch, 1.2µm, dual-pixel PDAF, OIS) with Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, and Best Take; and a 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 126 degrees, 1/2.9-inch, 1.25µm, AF). The main camera records 4K at 24/30/60fps in 10-bit HDR, and 1080p at 30/60/120/240fps with gyro-EIS and OIS. The 10.5MP selfie camera (f/2.2, 20mm ultrawide, 1/3.1-inch, 1.22µm) records 4K at 24/30/60fps and 1080p at 30/60fps.
Performance:
The Google Tensor G3 on 4nm with 8GB RAM and UFS 3.1 storage delivers capable everyday performance with stronger AI processing than the Tensor G2. The Tensor G3 is not a raw benchmark leader against 2025/2026 flagship chips, it prioritises on-device AI inference and camera processing over peak CPU/GPU scores. For everyday tasks, photography, video, and Google AI features, the Tensor G3 excels. For the most demanding mobile gaming at maximum settings, it lags behind the Snapdragon 8 Elite and Exynos 2500 phones at higher prices in this catalogue. Currently running Android 16 with approximately 4 years of remaining support.
Connectivity:
The Pixel 8 connects to 5G and 4G LTE. Wi-Fi 7 tri-band provides the latest wireless standard with 6GHz band access. Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX HD handles wireless audio. NFC enables tap-to-pay. Multi-constellation GPS covers navigation. USB-C 3.2 provides fast data and charging. No 3.5mm headphone jack. No microSD slot.
Battery and Charging:
The Pixel 8 carries a 4,575mAh battery with 27W wired charging reaching 50% in 30 minutes, 18W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and bypass charging. The 4,575mAh provides reliable all-day endurance for typical use. Bypass charging is a gaming and intensive-use feature that routes power directly from the charger to reduce battery heat and preserve long-term health during extended plugged-in sessions.
Google Pixel 8 Full Specifications:
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Released | October 12, 2023 |
| Software Support End | October 2030 (~4 years 3 months remaining from July 2026) |
| Dimensions | 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 187g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus front, Gorilla Glass Victus back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (no microSD) |
| Water Resistance | IP68 (1.5m, 30 min) |
| Display | 6.2-inch OLED, 1080 x 2400px, 428ppi, 20:9, 120Hz, 1,400 nit HBM, 2,000 nit peak, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| OS | Android 16 (7 upgrades from Android 14, support through ~October 2030) |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G3 (4nm, 2023) |
| CPU | Nona-core (1x2.91GHz Cortex-X3 + 4x2.37GHz Cortex-A715 + 4x1.70GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MP7 |
| RAM and Storage | 8GB / 128GB or 256GB (UFS 3.1, no microSD) |
| Main Camera | 50MP f/1.7 OIS dual-pixel PDAF (25mm, 1/1.31-inch, 1.2µm), Laser AF, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, Best Take |
| Ultrawide Camera | 12MP f/2.2 AF (126 degrees, 1/2.9-inch, 1.25µm) |
| Camera Video | 4K at 24/30/60fps (10-bit HDR), 1080p at 30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Selfie Camera | 10.5MP f/2.2 ultrawide (20mm, 1/3.1-inch, 1.22µm) |
| Selfie Video | 4K at 24/30/60fps, 1080p at 30/60fps |
| Audio | Stereo speakers, no 3.5mm jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes |
| GPS | GPS L1+L5, GLONASS G1, Galileo E1+E5a, QZSS L1+L5 |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| Fingerprint | Under-display, optical |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | 4,575mAh |
| Wired Charging | 27W PD3.0 PPS (50% in 30 min) |
| Wireless Charging | 18W |
| Reverse Wireless | Yes |
| Bypass Charging | Yes |
| Colours | Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, Mint |
| Warranty | 2 years (Smartphones Planet Kenya) |
| Price in Kenya | KES 56,000 |
Pros
- 7 Android upgrades, support through ~October 2030
- 50MP f/1.7 OIS dual-pixel PDAF on 1/1.31-inch sensor
- Brighter f/1.7 aperture vs Pixel 7's f/1.9
- 12MP ultrawide with autofocus, uncommon advantage
- Best Take AI group photo feature
- Ultra HDR photo support
- 4K@60fps 10-bit HDR video
- Audio Magic Eraser for video
- 6.2-inch compact OLED 120Hz
- 428ppi, sharper than Pixel 7
- 2,000-nit peak, brighter than Pixel 7
- IP68 water resistance
- Gorilla Glass Victus front and back
- 27W wired charging
- 18W wireless charging
- Bypass charging
- Reverse wireless charging
- Wi-Fi 7 tri-band
- NFC
- USB-C 3.2
- Barometer sensor
- Four colour options
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- Tensor G3 lags behind 2026 flagship chips in raw performance
- No telephoto camera
- 4,575mAh battery
- No microSD card slot
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- Single RAM option: 8GB only
- 2023 chip architecture