Google Pixel 9a vs Honor 70

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor 70 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9a leads — 49/100 vs 38/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 54 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 9a has the stronger camera (128 vs 115); the Honor 70 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).

The Google Pixel 9a is noticeably better than the Honor 70 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 40
Design 67
Value for money 75
Honor 70
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 43
Design 77
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Honor 70 better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 54MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 178g vs 186g

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor 70, the Google Pixel 9a scores 11 points higher (49/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 53/100). 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 (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 70 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor 70 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Honor 70: The Honor 70 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9a Honor 70
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1321069
Geekbench Single 1977
Geekbench Multi 4778
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 23W 66W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 128 115
Main camera 48 MP 54 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 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 161.4×73.3×7.9 mm
Weight 186 g 178 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
63
camera
Honor 70
  • Main: 54MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Honor 70
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • Wireless: 7W
40
battery
Honor 70
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9a
$499
Honor 70
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor 70 and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Honor 70 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).

value for money

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

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

The Google Pixel 9a is noticeably better than the Honor 70 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

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

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Honor 70 — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor 70?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 53/100).

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

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

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

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