Google Pixel 8 vs Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4575); the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,902,468 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 248g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1636
- Lighter: 187g vs 248g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1902468 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (75/100 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 RS Ultimate, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate (57/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5775 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| 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 | 164.5×78.7×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 248 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
- 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 RS Ultimate
- 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 RS Ultimate
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads Google Pixel 8 by 24.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate 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 RS Ultimate (57/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
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 RS Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate leads on performance (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate 90 RS Ultimate is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.