Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Honor 8A
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor 8A (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $1099 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 10/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 3020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 199,111); the Honor 8A is noticeably lighter (150g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Honor 8A
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 3020 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $140 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Honor 8A, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 43 points higher (53/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 8A leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Honor 8A (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 8A significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 8A significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor 8A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.1" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 3020 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $140 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor 8A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor 8A
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor 8A
- 3020 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Honor 8A, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Honor 8A by 696.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $959. Honor 8A is cheaper by $959.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Honor 8A (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (88/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A (46/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 8A significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 8A significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor 8A?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Honor 8A by 43 points (53/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor 8A?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Honor 8A — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor 8A?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor 8A?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Honor 8A?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor 8A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.