Google Pixel 9a vs Honor GT Pro
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor GT Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor GT Pro leads — 83/100 vs 66/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Honor GT Pro has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor GT Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,280,245 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Honor GT Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 212g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Honor GT Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3280245 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $499
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor GT Pro, the Honor GT Pro scores 17 points higher (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (70/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Honor GT Pro — 88/100; 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 GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Honor GT Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3280245 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1224x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 162.1×75.7×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor GT Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor GT Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor GT Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Honor GT Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor GT Pro leads Google Pixel 9a by 59.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $14. Honor GT Pro was $14 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (81/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor GT Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (70/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor GT Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Honor GT Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor GT Pro?
The Honor GT Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Honor GT Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Honor GT Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.