Google Pixel 6 vs Honor Magic9
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Honor Magic9 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic9 leads — 92/100 vs 59/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic9 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4614); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Honor Magic9 is faster in AnTuTu (4,288,382 vs 990,213).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6
Honor Magic9
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 209g
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Honor Magic9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4288382 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 21W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Honor Magic9, the Honor Magic9 scores 33 points higher (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic9 leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic9 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Honor Magic9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 990213 | 4288382 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.4" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1236x2664 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 55 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 10000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 151.0×72.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor Magic9
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 55MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Honor Magic9
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 1236x2664
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Honor Magic9
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Honor Magic9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic9 leads Google Pixel 6 by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor Magic9
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (99/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic9 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (85/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (100/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (86/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic9 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic9?
The Honor Magic9 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 33 points (92/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Honor Magic9?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Honor Magic9 — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic9?
The Honor Magic9 leads on camera score (100/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Honor Magic9?
The Honor Magic9 leads on performance (99/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Honor Magic9?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic9 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.