Google Pixel 9a vs Honor Play 30M 5G
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Play 30M 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9a leads — 49/100 vs 10/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9a has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor Play 30M 5G doesn't.
Google Pixel 9a
Honor Play 30M 5G
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 194g
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor Play 30M 5G, the Google Pixel 9a scores 39 points higher (49/100 vs 10/100). 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 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 Play 30M 5G (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Play 30M 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Honor Play 30M 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus () | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.5" TFT LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 75.1×163.7×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Play 30M 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Play 30M 5G
- 6.5" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Play 30M 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Honor Play 30M 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (22/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (63/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Play 30M 5G are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Honor Play 30M 5G by 39 points (49/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Honor Play 30M 5G — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Honor Play 30M 5G?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor Play 30M 5G is a better fit for everyday use.