Google Pixel 9a vs Honor Play11 Plus
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Play11 Plus (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9a leads — 49/100 vs 32/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Play11 Plus has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor Play11 Plus is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 9a
Honor Play11 Plus
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 24/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 186g
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Honor Play11 Plus, the Google Pixel 9a scores 17 points higher (49/100 vs 32/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus leads (56/100 vs 40/100). 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 Play11 Plus (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 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (63/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Honor Play11 Plus and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Honor Play11 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1200x2600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Honor Play11 Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Play11 Plus
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Honor Play11 Plus
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Honor Play11 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (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 significantly outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (63/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Play11 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (56/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor Play11 Plus and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Honor Play11 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 9a is noticeably better than the Honor Play11 Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Honor Play11 Plus — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Honor Play11 Plus?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Honor Play11 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.