Google Pixel 6a vs Huawei Mate 70
Compare Google Pixel 6a vs Huawei Mate 70 side by side: Google Tensor (5 nm) vs HiSilicon Kirin 9020, 12.2MP vs 50MP camera, 4410mAh vs 5300mAh battery, $449…
Pixel 6a
$449
6categories won
Huawei
Huawei Mate 70
$849
13categories won
2 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Huawei Mate 70 takes the overall win
The Huawei Mate 70 proves superior overall against the Google Pixel 6a, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Huawei Mate 70 takes the lead, while the Pixel 6a is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Huawei Mate 70 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 6a if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Huawei Mate 70 takes battery honors offering 5,300 mAh alongside 66W charging.
Pixel 6a leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Google Tensor (5 nm) and 6GB RAM.
Huawei Mate 70 takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Pixel 6a provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $449 vs $849.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Pixel 6a vs Huawei Mate 70: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1216 x 2688Winner |
| Pixel density | 431 ppi | 440 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 800 nits | 2500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor (5 nm) | HiSilicon Kirin 9020 |
| Process node | 5 nmWinner | 7 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 1,250,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 4920 |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 12.2 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 13 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K@60fps, 1080p@960fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,410 mAh | 5,300 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 18 W | 66 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 178 gWinner | 204 g |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 7.8 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 / IP69 |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 front, 3D thermoformed composite back, aluminum frame | Flat aerospace metal frame, second-gen Kunlun glass front, brocade textured back |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 12, upgradable to Android 15 | HarmonyOS NEXT / 4.3 |
| OS updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
| Security updates | 5 years | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 6a | Huawei Mate 70 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $449Winner | $849 |
Google Pixel 6a
The Google Pixel 6a disrupted the mid-range smartphone market by packing Google’s flagship first-generation Tensor chip, legendary Sony IMX363 computational photography, and an IP67 water-resistant aluminum frame at an unbeatable price.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor (5 nm)
- Main camera
- 12.2MP
- Battery
- 4,410mAh
Huawei Mate 70
The Huawei Mate 70 caters to flat screen purists, offering a flat 6.7-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED display protected by Second-Gen Kunlun Glass. Equipped with the Kirin 9020 chip, Red Maple spectral sensor with variable f/1.4-f/4.0 aperture, 5x optical periscope zoom, 50W wireless charging, and IP68/IP69 rating.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- HiSilicon Kirin 9020
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,300mAh