Google Pixel 8a vs Honor Play 30M 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor Play 30M 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 10/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Play 30M 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor Play 30M 5G doesn't.
Google Pixel 8a
Honor Play 30M 5G
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 194g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor Play 30M 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 38 points higher (48/100 vs 10/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play 30M 5G leads (36/100 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 Play 30M 5G (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play 30M 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Honor Play 30M 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus () | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" TFT LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 75.1×163.7×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Play 30M 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Play 30M 5G
- 6.5" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Play 30M 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Honor Play 30M 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (70/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Play 30M 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G by 38 points (48/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor Play 30M 5G — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor Play 30M 5G is a better fit for everyday use.