Google’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are matching their best prices to date

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We’re firmly living in 2024, and if there’s no other tradition to lean on after setting your New Year’s resolutions, you invariably can rely on Samsung’s tone-setting phone announcements to make early ripples. Rumor has it we’ll see the Galaxy S24 series in short order, and phones like the Pixel 8 family may lose a bit of sheen in its wake. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro aren’t suddenly obsolete, however, and that’ll only lead to sharper discounts. In fact, this dream duo (we think they’re two of the best Android phones you can buy right now) is already seeing substantial price cuts despite being just a few months old.

Right now, the 128GB Pixel 8 is back down to its Black Friday price of $549 ($150 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store. The Pixel 8 Pro won’t be outdone, though. It’s available for $799 ($200 off) in the 128GB confirmation from the same retailers: Amazon, Best Buy, and Google. The same price cuts apply to the upgraded storage models, too.

When comparing the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, the latter justifies its premium price with better onboard AI capabilities, an extra 5x telephoto camera sensor (three rear cameras total), and a temperature sensor for whatever quirky needs you may have. If none of those extras tickle you, then the base Pixel 8 model offers incredible value. Either way, you’re in for a well-designed piece