Google Pixel 10a vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,400,792); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 10a
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1400792
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2305
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 6054
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $449
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 64/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1400792 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2305 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6054 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $420 |
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 10a by 55.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $29. Redmi K90 Ultra was $29 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (68/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 10a by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.