Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Xiaomi 17
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 7563
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (87/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 11a by 40.5% 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (81/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (87/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.