Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7563
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel 11a by 47.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.