Google Pixel 3a XL vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 3a XL (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $479 and $625. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 27/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a XL is noticeably lighter (167g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a XL
Honor Magic8
What makes Google Pixel 3a XL better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $479 vs $625
- Better portability (76/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a XL vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 61 points higher (88/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a XL — 0/100, Honor Magic8 — 90/100; 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 Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (76/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a XL | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.1×8.2 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $479 | $625 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a XL and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 3a XL by 92.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. Google Pixel 3a XL was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (98/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (85/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (76/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL by 61 points (88/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a XL and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 3a XL has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Honor Magic8 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a XL over the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.