Google Pixel 10a vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $449 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 1,400,792); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Google Pixel 10a
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 1400792
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 2305
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 6054
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $449
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 64/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1400792 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2305 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6054 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 9000 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 / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $300 |
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Google Pixel 10a by 48.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $149. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $149 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Google Pixel 10a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.