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Obsidian glass-and-metal smartphone with a 6.2 inch OLED screen and dual rear cameras

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Google Pixel 8 5G 128GB Obsidian Unlocked Smartphone

SKU CH-R84S-CJQ6R

An unlocked 5G smartphone with a 6.2-inch 120 Hz OLED display, 128 GB storage, 8 GB RAM, dual 50 MP and 12 MP rear cameras, 10.5 MP front camera, IP68 water resistance and Android 14

  • CPUNona-core (1 × 3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4 × 2.45 GHz Cortex-A715
  • Storage drive128 GB
  • Connection optionsYes
  • Operating systemAndroid 14
  • Form factorSmart Phones
  • Technology type5G
  • Sharp 6.2-inch OLED display at 428 ppi
  • 120 Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling
  • Google Tensor G3 chip powers fast AI features
  • Dual 50 MP + 12 MP rear cameras capture vivid detail
  • IP68 water resistance protects against dust and water

Pixel 8 5G 128GB unlocked smartphone

The Google Pixel 8 5G is an unlocked Android 14 smartphone with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM. It runs on the Tensor G3 chip and supports 5G SA, NSA and Sub6 across numerous bands. The 6.2-inch OLED display offers 1080 x 2400 resolution at up to 120Hz refresh rate. It suits users who want a compact, AI-focused handset with long software support.

Carrier compatibility and SIM requirements

This model is unlocked for T-Mobile and works with GSM networks on 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz frequencies. It accepts a single Nano-SIM card and also supports eSIM activation. Verify that your carrier’s 5G bands overlap with the listed frequencies before ordering. The phone ships without a carrier lock, so no unlocking step is required.

Thermals noise and battery life

The Tensor G3 processor is built for efficiency, keeping the device cool during everyday tasks and AI workloads. The 6.2-inch OLED panel runs at up to 120Hz without audible fan noise because the phone has no moving parts. Adaptive Battery delivers over 24 hours of typical use, and Extreme Battery Saver can extend that to 72 hours. Charging is faster than previous Pixel models.

How it compares

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Price $420.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 2,409 comparable items (median $168.99).
Storage drive 128 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,888 items is 128 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameGoogle
Product linePixel 8 5G
Model nameG9BQD
Part numberG9BQD
Product colorObsidian
Processor
CPUNona-core (1 × 3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4 × 2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4 × 2.15 GHz Cortex-A510)
Processor chipGoogle Tensor G3 (4 nm)
Core configurationNona-core
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB
Storage
Storage drive128 GB
Display
TouchscreenYes
Main screen size6.2 in (15.7 cm)
Screen resolution1080 × 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio
Pixel density~428 ppi density
Display technologyOLED
Audio & video
Back cameraDual 50 MP+ 12MP
Camera flashDual LED
Video recording4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR
AutofocusYes
Selfie camera10.5 MP
Connectivity
Connection optionsYes
Technology type5G
Network bands5G: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Cellular bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 GSM
Data connectionLTE
SIM configurationSingle SIM Card
SIM typeNano-SIM and eSIM
Wi-Fi capabilityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BluetoothBluetooth v5.3
Extra connectivityNFC
Built-in GPSYes
Extra radiosWi-Fi/GPS/NFC
3G network800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - HSDPA
4G network1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71
Ports & slots
USB portsType-C 3.2
Power
Battery capacity4,575 mAh
Battery typeNon-removable Li-Ion Battery
Charging options27 W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
18 W wireless
Reverse wireless
Size & build
Form factorSmart Phones
Overall dimensions150.5 × 70.8 × 8.9 mm (5.93 × 2.79 × 0.35 in)
Product weight187 g (6.6 oz)
Compatibility
Carrier compatibilityT-Mobile Unlocked
Environment & compliance
Water resistanceIP68
Software
Operating systemAndroid 14
More details
Built-in sensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the Pixel 8 and what must I buy separately?

The phone ships with a USB-C cable and a SIM tool; a USB-C power adapter is not included and must be purchased separately.

Should I choose the 128GB model or look for a larger capacity?

This model provides 128GB storage paired with 8GB RAM; if you store large media libraries locally, a higher-capacity variant would be required.

How does the 120Hz OLED display perform in daily use?

The 6.2-inch 1080 x 2400 OLED panel runs at up to 120Hz, delivering smooth scrolling and vivid colour at ~428 ppi density.

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