Google Pixel 8 vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro; launch prices were $699 and $2799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 68/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4575); the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1636
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $2799
- Better camera (79/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 2 points higher (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1825771 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5775 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 8 by 20.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2100. Google Pixel 8 was $2100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (74/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Google Pixel 8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on performance (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.