Google Pixel 11a vs Huawei Mate X3
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Huawei Mate X3 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 61/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,530,652).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Huawei Mate X3
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1530652
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Huawei Mate X3 better?
- Faster charging: 66W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Better camera (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Huawei Mate X3, the Google Pixel 11a scores 4 points higher (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 leads (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Huawei Mate X3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1530652 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 7.8" Foldable OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2200x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.9×72.4×11.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 239 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Huawei Mate X3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate X3
- 7.8" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Huawei Mate X3
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Huawei Mate X3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Huawei Mate X3 by 26.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate X3 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate X3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Huawei Mate X3 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Mate X3 — 61/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 72/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Huawei Mate X3?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Huawei Mate X3 is a better fit for active users.