Google Pixel 8a vs Honor GT Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor GT Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor GT Pro leads — 83/100 vs 65/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Honor GT Pro has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor GT Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,280,245 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Honor GT Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 212g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Honor GT Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3280245 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $499
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor GT Pro, the Honor GT Pro scores 18 points higher (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (70/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Honor GT Pro — 88/100; 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 Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Honor GT Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3280245 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1224x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.1×75.7×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor GT Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor GT Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor GT Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Honor GT Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor GT Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 56.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $14. Honor GT Pro was $14 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (70/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor GT Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Honor GT Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor GT Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Honor GT Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.