Google Pixel 9 vs Honor Magic6 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic6 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic6 Pro leads — 80/100 vs 69/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic6 Pro has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 4700); the Honor Magic6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,589 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Honor Magic6 Pro has the stronger camera (158 vs 143); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Honor Magic6 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Honor Magic6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345589 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 15W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Honor Magic6 Pro, the Honor Magic6 Pro scores 11 points higher (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Honor Magic6 Pro (55/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Honor Magic6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2345589 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 158 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 180 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.5×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Honor Magic6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 180MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic6 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Honor Magic6 Pro
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Honor Magic6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic6 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 33.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor Magic6 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic6 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Honor Magic6 Pro (55/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Honor Magic6 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Honor Magic6 Pro — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Honor Magic6 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Honor Magic6 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Honor Magic6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic6 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.