Hot 40 vs Pixel 6: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Hot 40
Pixel 6
Too close to call: 3 of 7 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie8080
- CameraPixel 68488
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieHot 408840
- BatteryHot 408678
- DisplayPixel 66274
- ConnectivityPixel 60100
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueHot 409080
- Hot 40 has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,614 mAh
- Hot 40 has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.4"
- Hot 40 is lighter196 g vs 207 g
- Hot 40 launched cheaper$199 vs $599
- Hot 40 has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 8 MP
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Hot 40 and Pixel 6 are evenly matched
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you.
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,614 mAh · Lighter: 196 g vs 207 g (11 g less)
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: Hot 40 or Pixel 6?
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you. BeastScore: Hot 40 79.6/100, Pixel 6 80.4/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Hot 40 and Pixel 6?
Hot 40 has a 6.78-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Pixel 6 has a 6.4-inch display and 4614 mAh battery.
How do Hot 40 and Pixel 6 compare for speed?
Hot 40 scores 80/100 for performance; Pixel 6 scores 80/100.
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