Google Pixel 3a XL vs Honor GT Pro
The Google Pixel 3a XL (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Honor GT Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $479 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor GT Pro leads — 83/100 vs 27/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Honor GT Pro has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor GT Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,280,245 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a XL is noticeably lighter (167g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a XL
Honor GT Pro
What makes Google Pixel 3a XL better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $479 vs $485
- Better portability (76/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Honor GT Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3280245 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a XL vs the Honor GT Pro, the Honor GT Pro scores 56 points higher (83/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (70/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a XL — 0/100, Honor GT Pro — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (70/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL significantly outperforms the Honor GT Pro (76/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a XL | Honor GT Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3280245 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1224x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.1×8.2 mm | 162.1×75.7×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $479 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Honor GT Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Honor GT Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Honor GT Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a XL and Honor GT Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor GT Pro leads Google Pixel 3a XL by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $6. Google Pixel 3a XL was $6 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (92/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (70/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL significantly outperforms the Honor GT Pro (76/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL by 56 points (83/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a XL and the Honor GT Pro?
The Google Pixel 3a XL has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Honor GT Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a XL over the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.