Google Pixel 7a vs Honor 9 Lite
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 88,000); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Honor 9 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 88000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Lighter: 149g vs 193g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Honor 9 Lite, the Google Pixel 7a scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (67/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Honor 9 Lite are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Honor 9 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 88000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 215 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 810 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 149 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Honor 9 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Honor 9 Lite by 1257.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $20. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $20.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (67/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (22/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Honor 9 Lite are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Honor 9 Lite?
The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Honor 9 Lite?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Honor 9 Lite — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Honor 9 Lite?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 1/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Honor 9 Lite?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Honor 9 Lite?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor 9 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.