Best Google Pixel 8 deals: Get the latest Pixel for free

Jennifer Allen
·3 min read
The Google Pixel 8's screen.
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If you’re looking for one of the best phones and one of the best phone deals available the Google Pixel 8 should be at the top of your list of phones to check out. It rivals many of the Samsung Galaxy deals and iPhone deals currently going on, and it’s one of the more underrated phones among the heavy hitters. We’ve rounded up all of the best Google Pixel 8 deals available right now to make the shopping process a little more convenient. We found some impressive savings at several different retailers, and we even tracked down some ways to get the Google Pixel 8 for free. Read onward for all of those details, and if you prefer to shop for some savings among comparable phones check out all of the Samsung Galaxy S24 deals, Samsung Galaxy S23 deals, iPhone 15 deals, and iPhone 14 deals taking place right now.

Today’s best Google Pixel 8 deals

There are some great Google Pixel 8 deals around including direct discounts when you buy the phone unlocked and trade-in deals for anyone who wants to commit to a specific cell phone provider. With such versatility, there should be something for everyone here. Take a look below to find the best Google Pixel 8 deal for your situation.

Should you buy the Google Pixel 8?

The Google Pixel 8 is going to delight a lot of people, especially at the price it currently sells at. If you want a quick review — it’s the phone that most people will be very happy with. It’s surprisingly robust for the price with a matte aluminum metal frame and polished glass rear panel. It has IP68 water and dust resistance too. It’s more compact than many other phones with its 6.2-inch screen just the right size for portability yet still making it simple to take around with you.

The screen is an OLED “Actua Display” panel with a 2400 x 1080 resolution, 2,000-nit peak brightness, and a variable refresh rate between 60Hz and 120Hz. It’s great for general use as well as watching videos.

For the cameras, you gain a 50MP main camera along with optical and electronic image stabilization and an f/1.68 aperture. The wide-angle lens is 12MP and offers a 125.8-degree field of view, but there’s no dedicated telephoto camera here. Fortunately, the main camera is excellent so it’s perfect for everyday shots and more. Google’s software does a great job of enhancing your results too with Magic Editor a particular highlight.

It all comes together to mean that the Google Pixel 8 is easily one of the best Android phones around. It’s a great all-rounder that feels good in your hands, works well in every sense, and is enjoyable to use. Potentially best of all for those frustrated by some of the best phones, there’s an exceptional battery life of two days which is sure to be appreciated by many busy people.

The Google Pixel 8 is an excellent mid-range option. It’s the latest in the Google Pixel range with only the Pixel 8 Pro being superior. Lighter to carry and use though, the Pixel 8 will appeal to more people who simply want good value without missing out on key features. As you’d expect, Google knows how to get the most out of Android tech. If you want to keep up with technology without spending too much, check it out.

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