Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 40/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Honor Magic8
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 205g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 48 points higher (88/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (85/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (76/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $625 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (85/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (76/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 48 points (88/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Honor Magic8 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G 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.