Google Pixel 6 vs Honor Magic V6
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Honor Magic V6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $1599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V6 leads — 82/100 vs 59/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V6 has the bigger battery (6660 mAh vs 4614); the Honor Magic V6 is faster in AnTuTu (4,166,339 vs 990,213); the Google Pixel 6 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6
Honor Magic V6
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1599
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Honor Magic V6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4166339 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 6660 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 21W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (69/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Honor Magic V6, the Honor Magic V6 scores 23 points higher (82/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 32/100, Honor Magic V6 — 72/100; 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 Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (83/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (69/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Honor Magic V6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 990213 | 4166339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2848x2076 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 6660 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 156.7×145.6×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor Magic V6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Honor Magic V6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2848x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Honor Magic V6
- 6660 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Honor Magic V6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic V6 leads Google Pixel 6 by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Google Pixel 6 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (98/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (83/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (69/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (78/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V6 is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 23 points (82/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Honor Magic V6 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 leads on camera score (69/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 leads on performance (98/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic V6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.