Google Pixel 8a vs Honor 70

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor 70 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 38/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 70 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 54 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 115); the Honor 70 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Honor 70 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Honor 70
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 43
Design 77
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 54MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Honor 70 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 178g vs 188g

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor 70, the Google Pixel 8a scores 10 points higher (48/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 leads (43/100 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 (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 notably outperforms the Honor 70 (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 70 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Honor 70: The Honor 70 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Honor 70
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 66W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136 115
Main camera 64 MP 54 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 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 161.4×73.3×7.9 mm
Weight 188 g 178 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Honor 70
  • Main: 54MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Honor 70
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Honor 70
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Honor 70
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor 70 (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 notably outperforms the Honor 70 (70/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (43/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Honor 70 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

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

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

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Honor 70 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

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

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor 70 — 38/100.

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

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 53/100).

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

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

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

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