The best Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro deals for May 2025

We've rounded up all of this week's best Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a deals into one handy resource right here on this page. If you're looking to pick up one of these still-excellent flagships for cheap, then you've come to the right place. We've included carriers of all shapes and sizes here as well as the cheapest unlocked prices so it's easy to get a Pixel 8 deal regardless of your needs.

Even though the Pixel 8 range is no longer the latest and greatest from Google, we'd say they're still an amazing buy for 2025. Deals have included massive discounts of up to $440 at Mint Mobile, free devices from he likes of Verizon, and even some strong offerings from Google itself. Right now, these devices are still readily available at most retailers and definitely worth considering.

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro come in at $699 and $999 at full retail, respectively, which makes the Pro model a little pricier than the previous iteration. However, both models have received significant upgrades with a new chipset, upgraded cameras, and a host of new AI-assisted features that push forward Google's industry-leading prowess in the area. We've also seen plenty of awesome price cuts on these devices since release - which will likely continue since they're no longer the latest Pixel phones available.

If you're looking for a full run-down of each device, you can check out our full Google Pixel 8 review and Google Pixel 8 Pro review pages, which feature in-depth assessments of nearly every aspect of each device. You'll also find some advice and handy FAQs at the bottom of this page, just underneath this week's best Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro deals. If you want to compare these promotions to those on other leading brands, head on over to our main cell phone deals page.

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This week's best Google Pixel 8 deals

Google Pixel 8: starting at $289 at Back Market
Looking for a really cheap device? If you don't mind going refurbished then you could opt to pick up a device over at Back Market. This retailer features professionally refurbished devices with decent limited warranty so it's a safe bet if you're looking to save some cash. Now the Google Pixel 8 series has been out for a while you can pick up devices for as little as $289 today.

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Google Pixel 8 deals: FAQ

What's new with the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro?

Both the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro carry significant upgrades, even if the devices are outwardly rather similar to the previous iteration. Alongside new colorways, both have been refreshed with a slightly more rounded-off design with a matte glass back, as opposed to the gloss on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 6.

Inside is where the vast majority of upgrades are concentrated, however, with the headline featuring being the new Google Tensor G3. As with previous chips, the Tensor G3 excels at super-charging AI-assisted tasks and enables a host of new photo editing features, advanced call screening, and a new AI wallpaper app. For outright performance, neither device will quite match the latest from Samsung or Apple, but the G3 is still more than powerful enough to zip through daily tasks and it now also supports Ray-Tracing, which will be a welcome addition for gamers.

Camera-wise, the Pixel 8 Pro carries the majority of upgrades with a new 48MP ultrawide camera, upgraded autofocus, a 5x optical zoom, and new 'Pro' photo editing tools. The standard Pixel 8 isn't a slouch when it comes to photos, however, as its main camera has been revised with a wider aperture (better for low-light situations), and you'll also have access to the majority of Google's latest AI trickery and features.

Finally, both devices now feature what Google's branding as its 'Actua' displays. In layman's terms, both devices have OLED displays with improved brightness and adaptive refresh rates. Of the two, the screen on the Pixel 8 Pro is more advanced, with higher overall brightness and an adaptive refresh rate of 1 to 120Hz (the Pixel 8 has 60 to 120Hz).

Which device does TechRadar recommend?

• If you can line up a good trade, then go for the Pixel 8 Pro
• If buying a device outright, the standard Pixel 8 is good value

We usually favor the more premium devices here at TechRadar, especially if you can get a good trade-in deal - why not go for the better device, right? Both the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro make compelling choices within their respective price points, however.

For example, if you're buying a device outright, the standard Pixel 8 is very competitively priced at $699. That's $100 cheaper than the equivalent iPhone 15, and you're getting a more recent - albeit not quite as powerful - chipset in the form of the Tensor G3. It's arguably not as premium of a device, but you get a decent screen, processor, and a host of cutting-edge AI tools (particularly for photos) at a good price.

If you're looking to trade in your old device, you may find you can line up a better deal on the Pixel 8 Pro if you can get a rebate that covers the entire cost of the device. You'll potentially have to hand over a relatively decent device to get the full amount ($1,000) but you might be surprised at how generous some of the carriers' offers are if you're getting your device in conjunction with an unlimited plan. If you can get a big trade-in, then it makes sense to go with the more premium device.