Google Pixel 8a vs Honor Play11 Plus
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor Play11 Plus (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 32/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Play11 Plus has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Play11 Plus is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8a
Honor Play11 Plus
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor Play11 Plus, the Google Pixel 8a scores 16 points higher (48/100 vs 32/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus leads (56/100 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 Play11 Plus (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 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Honor Play11 Plus and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Honor Play11 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1200x2600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Play11 Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Play11 Plus
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Play11 Plus
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Honor Play11 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (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 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (70/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor Play11 Plus and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Honor Play11 Plus — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor Play11 Plus — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor Play11 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.