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Honor Magic 4 vs Google Pixel 9a

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Honor · 2022

Honor Magic 4

Honor Magic 4
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Google · 2025

Google Pixel 9a

Google Pixel 9a
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$499 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Google Pixel 9a BETTER THAN Honor Magic 4?

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Honor Magic 4
Google Pixel 9aWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHonor MagicGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,800 mAh5,100 mAh+5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W23W66W Max
Main Camera Sensor50.3 MP48 MP50.3 MP
Screen Display Size6.81"6.3"6.81"
Chassis Weight199g186g186g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Honor Magic 4:
  • ✓50.3MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.81" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Google Pixel 9a:
  • ✓13g lighter chassis (186g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,100 mAh battery capacity (+300 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationHonor Magic 4Google Pixel 9a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Google Pixel 9a Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDOLED
Screen Size6.81"6.3"
Resolution & Density1224x2664 (431 ppi)2424x1080 (422 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,700 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Honor Magic 4 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Honor Magic 4 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.3 MP48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN3
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12.6 MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Google Pixel 9a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.6 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm
Weight199 g186 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Google Pixel 9a Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,800 mAh5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W wired fast charging23W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported7W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Google Pixel 9a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.7/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Google Pixel 9a ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 82/100 camera rating.

When to buy Honor Magic 4:
Significantly faster wired charging: 66W vs max 23W · Significantly larger display: 6.81" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking
When to buy Google Pixel 9a:
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.7 vs top rival 83.5 · Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+300 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Honor Magic 4 vs Google Pixel 9a

Which phone is better: Honor Magic 4 or Google Pixel 9a?

Google Pixel 9a leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.7/100 compared to Honor Magic 4 (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.7 vs top rival 83.5 and Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+300 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Honor Magic 4 and Google Pixel 9a?

Honor Magic 4 is equipped with a 6.81-inch display and 4800 mAh battery, while Google Pixel 9a features a 6.3-inch display and 5100 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Honor Magic 4 and Google Pixel 9a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Honor Magic 4 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel 9a scores 82/100.

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