Google Pixel 9a vs Honor Magic8
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $625. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Honor Magic8
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $625
- Better portability (58/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor Magic8, the Honor Magic8 scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, 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 9a (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Honor Magic8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 4037547 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2760x1256 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $625 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Honor Magic8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Google Pixel 9a by 67.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $126. Google Pixel 9a was $126 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (98/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Magic8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Honor Magic8 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Magic8?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Honor Magic8?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.