Surprising Early Discounts on Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 in Australia
Just four weeks after its launch, the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 are already receiving steep discounts in Australia. While it is not unusual for Google to discount its new Pixels over the Black Friday sales period, the discounts have hit early and are much larger than we’ve typically seen this early into a launch cycle.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has already received its first discount in Australia, a few days ahead of the usual Black Friday sales events, and it is a big price cut. The Pixel 8 Pro launched on October 12 starting from AUD $1,699 (USD $1,081) for the 128 GB model but can currently be purchased from just AUD $1,398 (USD $890), or roughly 23 percent off. The Pixel 8, which normally retails in Australia from AUD $1,199 (USD $763), is currently reduced to just $998 (USD $635). For a flagship device launched just a month ago, the discounts are surprisingly steep.
The sale price appears to be widely available across most of Australia’s major electronics retailers. At least one telco is also offering the same discount, but right through to November 27, which is also a significantly lengthy discount period. The Australian Google store is still offering the device at its launch price at the time of writing. However, it is heavily promoting the availability of discounts starting this Friday when the Black Friday sales officially kick off. It is unclear whether Google will be offering a similar upfront discount, the discount as a Google Store credit, or offer the Pixel 8 phones bundled with other Google products like its Pixel Buds.
The Pixel 8 Pro is powered by the new nona-core Tensor G3 SoC and is centered on a high-quality 6.7-inch LTPO OLED with a 120Hz refresh rate and coated in Gorilla Glass Victus 2. This, paired with 12 GB of RAM with storage starting from 128 GB through to 512 GB in most markets. A 1 TB variant is exclusive to the US market. It features a triple camera system on the rear and offers a number of new AI features powered by a mix of the Tensor G3 on-device and the Google Cloud, off-device. Despite sharing the same Tensor G3 chip, the new generative AI features are missing from the Pixel 8, which also makes do with a smaller 6.2-inch 120Hz OLED display and just two rear cameras.
The unexpected early discounts on the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 in Australia have left consumers pleasantly surprised. Just a month after their launch, both models are already available at significantly reduced prices, making them even more enticing options for tech enthusiasts.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro, which hit the market on October 12, had an initial price tag of AUD $1,699 (USD $1,081) for the 128 GB model. However, it can now be purchased for just AUD $1,398 (USD $890), marking a substantial discount of approximately 23 percent. Similarly, the Pixel 8, originally priced at AUD $1,199 (USD $763), is now being sold for as low as $998 (USD $635). These price cuts are remarkable considering the short time since the devices’ launch.
These attractive discounts on Google’s latest smartphones can be found across various major electronics retailers in Australia. Additionally, at least one telecommunications company is offering the same reduced prices until November 27, allowing customers ample time to take advantage of the promotions. While the official Australian Google store is still selling the devices at their original launch prices, it is actively advertising discounts to commence on Black Friday. It remains uncertain whether the discounts will be offered upfront, as store credits, or in the form of bundled deals with other Google products such as the popular Pixel Buds.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro boasts impressive features, including the new nona-core Tensor G3 SoC and a top-notch 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The device also offers multiple storage options, ranging from 128 GB to 512 GB in most markets, with an exclusive 1 TB variant available in the US. Equipped with a triple camera system on the rear, the Pixel 8 Pro showcases various AI-driven capabilities enabled by the Tensor G3 chip, both on-device and through Google Cloud. On the other hand, the Pixel 8 features a slightly smaller 6.2-inch 120Hz OLED display and two rear cameras, lacking the new generative AI features present in the Pixel 8 Pro.
With these unexpected discounts, consumers in Australia have an excellent opportunity to get their hands on the latest Google Pixel smartphones at more affordable prices. Whether it’s the advanced features of the Pixel 8 Pro or the sleek design of the Pixel 8, the discounted offers make these flagship devices even more enticing for tech enthusiasts looking for high-quality smartphones.
