Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7563
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (83/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Google Pixel 11a by 51.1% 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 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (83/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.