Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $625. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 1,672,795); the Honor Magic8 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Honor Magic8
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 23W
- Lighter: 205g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $625 vs $1099
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, Honor Magic8 — 90/100; 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 Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (56/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $625 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 58.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $474. Honor Magic8 was $474 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (56/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Honor Magic8 — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.