Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Honor Magic V6
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic V6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $1599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V6 leads — 82/100 vs 72/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V6 has the bigger battery (6660 mAh vs 4700); the Honor Magic V6 is faster in AnTuTu (4,166,339 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Honor Magic V6
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1599
- Better camera (80/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Honor Magic V6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4166339 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 6660 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 23W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Honor Magic V6, the Honor Magic V6 scores 10 points higher (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, Honor Magic V6 — 72/100; 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 Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Honor Magic V6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 4166339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 2848x2076 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6660 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 156.7×145.6×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor Magic V6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic V6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2848x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor Magic V6
- 6660 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Honor Magic V6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic V6 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 61.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Google Pixel 9 Pro was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (98/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (78/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Honor Magic V6 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor Magic V6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.