Google Pixel 9a vs Honor 70 Pro

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor 70 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9a leads — 49/100 vs 40/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 54 MP.

The Google Pixel 9a edges out the Honor 70 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 40
Design 67
Value for money 75
Honor 70 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 44
Design 60
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 186g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Honor 70 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 54MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor 70 Pro, the Google Pixel 9a scores 9 points higher (49/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 Pro and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Honor 70 Pro: The Honor 70 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9a Honor 70 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 8000
AnTuTu 1321069
Geekbench Single 1977
Geekbench Multi 4778
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1200x2652
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 23W 100W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 128
Main camera 48 MP 54 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, Magic UI 6.1
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm 163.9×74.6×8.2 mm
Weight 186 g 192 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
63
camera
Honor 70 Pro
  • Main: 54MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Honor 70 Pro
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2652
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • Wireless: 7W
40
battery
Honor 70 Pro
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9a
$499
Honor 70 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 Pro and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor 70 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a edges out the Honor 70 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Honor 70 Pro — 40/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Honor 70 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor 70 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.