Google Pixel 6a vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, 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 59/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 1,015,493); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Honor Magic8
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 205g
- Better display (86/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 1015493
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 29 points higher (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (85/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1015493 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $625 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6a and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 6a by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 6a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (98/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (87/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (85/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 29 points (88/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Honor Magic8 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.