Google Pixel 10a vs Redmi K90
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $449 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 46/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,400,792); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 10a
Redmi K90
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1400792
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2305
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 6054
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $401 vs $449
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 22 points higher (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (69/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1400792 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2305 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6054 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $449 | $401 |
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel 10a by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $48. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $48.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (69/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (68/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (71/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (68/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Google Pixel 10a are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a by 22 points (68/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.