Google Pixel 8a vs Honor X8d
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor X8d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; estimated prices are $499 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X8d has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 467,392); the Honor X8d is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8a
Honor X8d
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1396
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $499
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Honor X8d, the Google Pixel 8a scores 12 points higher (48/100 vs 36/100). 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 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d leads (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor X8d (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 X8d (70/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X8d and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Honor X8d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.9×76.3×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $499 | $220 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor X8d
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X8d
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor X8d
- 5200 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Honor X8d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Honor X8d by 206.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $279. Honor X8d is cheaper by $279.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Honor X8d (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 X8d (70/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (42/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X8d and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Honor X8d — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Honor X8d — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor X8d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.