Google Pixel 8a vs Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030S. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 38/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 8a
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 10 points higher (48/100 vs 38/100). 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 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G leads (66/100 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 Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (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 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (66/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1256x2760 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 157.8×74.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
- 6.6" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (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 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (70/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (66/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (65/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use.