Google Pixel 8a vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $625. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Google Pixel 8a
Honor Magic8
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $625
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 7W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (93/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $499 | $625 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 8a by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $126. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $126.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (82/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (65/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor Magic8 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (84/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.