Google Pixel 8a vs Honor 70 Pro

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor 70 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 40/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 70 Pro has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 54 MP.

The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Honor 70 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Honor 70 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 44
Design 60
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 54MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Honor 70 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W

  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor 70 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 8 points higher (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 Pro leads (44/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (44/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Honor 70 Pro: The Honor 70 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Honor 70 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 8000
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1200x2652
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 54 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 12, Magic UI 6.1
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 163.9×74.6×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 192 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Honor 70 Pro
  • Main: 54MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Honor 70 Pro
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2652
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Honor 70 Pro
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Honor 70 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (44/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Honor 70 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor 70 Pro — 40/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor 70 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.