Google Pixel 8a vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro; launch prices were $499 and $2799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1636
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $2799
- Better camera (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100; 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 Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1825771 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1636 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5775 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Google Pixel 8a by 21.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2300. Google Pixel 8a was $2300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (74/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on performance (75/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.