Google Pixel 8 vs Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4575); the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,902,468 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 234g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1902468 vs 1443431
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (57/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9050 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 12000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 164.5×78.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 8 by 24.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (57/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads on performance (80/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.