Google Pixel 7a vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 60/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 299g
- Better display (70/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 1636 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 10 points higher (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1825771 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 5775 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | — | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 7a by 38.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (74/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on performance (75/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.