Google Pixel 8a vs Huawei Pura X View
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Huawei Pura X View (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $499 and $1050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X View has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,273,046); the Huawei Pura X View is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Huawei Pura X View
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1273046
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3894
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1050
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Huawei Pura X View better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Huawei Pura X View, the Google Pixel 8a scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X View leads (65/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Huawei Pura X View — 36/100; 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 Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Pura X View are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X View (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Huawei Pura X View | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1273046 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" LTPO2 OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1320x2232 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1050 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Pura X View
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura X View
- 6.4" LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2232
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Huawei Pura X View
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Huawei Pura X View, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Huawei Pura X View by 12.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $551. Google Pixel 8a was $551 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Pura X View are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X View (70/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura X View?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Huawei Pura X View by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Huawei Pura X View?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Pura X View — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura X View?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Huawei Pura X View?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Huawei Pura X View?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Pura X View is a better fit for active users.