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Up to $1,050 off with trade-in and installment plan
In addition to impressive new AI and camera features, other notable upgrades include Google’s new Tensor G3 processor, which powers both models and brighter screens on both phones. The smaller Pixel 8 is also getting a higher 120Hz refresh rate display, up from 90Hz in the previous-gen model and the Pixel 8 Pro gains a neat new temperature sensor.
Note that in our ongoing review of the Pixel 8 Pro, CNET uncovered some problems with its cameras that we felt were serious enough to warrant holding off on recommending you buy it. Google says it’s working to quickly solve these issues via a software update and we’re confident that it will. We had no such problems with the Pixel 8 and rated it very highly.
Google is offering a few different ways to save on its latest Pixel phones right now, including some straightforward discounts on both models. You can save $150 on the unlocked Pixel 8 or $200 on the unlocked Pixel 8 Pro, with no trade-in or service plan required.
While it’s not required to get this deal, Google does have its own trade-in program where you can save up to $750 in exchange for your old phone.
Best Buy has matched Google’s offer on unlocked Pixel 8 phones and has knocked $150 off the Pixel 8 and $200 off the Pixel 8 Pro. Plus, the tech retailer has a trade-in program where you can save up to $325 in exchange for your old phone from Apple, Google, Samsung and tons of other brands. Plus, Verizon customers on a qualifying plan will get enhanced trade-in credit that can save you up to $800 on the Pixel 8, or up to $1,000 on the Pixel 8 Pro. The purchase also includes three free months of 100GB Google One cloud storage and unlocked models also come with one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Like other retailers, Amazon is currently offering $150 off the Pixel 8 and $200 off the Pixel 8 Pro, which drops the starting prices down to $549 and $799 respectively. You can also save up to $401 with an eligible trade-in.
AT&T is offering some serious savings on Pixel phones when purchased on an installment plan. You can snag the basic Pixel 8 or the Pixel 8 Pro for free with an eligible trade-in of up to $1,050 in trade-in credit. The savings are applied as bill credits over 36 months and if you cancel service before then, you’ll have to pay the remaining balance out of pocket
Those adding a new line at Verizon can save up to $800 on the Pixel 8 or up to $1,000 on the Pixel 8 Pro with an eligible trade-in, which scores you both models for free or you can save up to $800 with just a trade-in if you’re an existing customer who qualifies for an upgrade.
Verizon is also offering $220 off a Google Pixel Watch 2 with the purchase, but note that you’ll need a new line of service to get the discount. You can also get a free 65-inch Fire TV Omni Series, but you will need either an Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plan when buying the Pixel 8.
T-Mobile customers on a Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plan can get either model for free with an eligible trade-in or a new line of service. If you’re on a different qualifying service plan, you can still save up to $500 with a trade-in or $400 with a new line. This discount is applied as bill credits over 24 months.
