Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi Mi 9
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 47/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3300); the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 10W
- Better camera (44/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Google Pixel 11a scores 18 points higher (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (54/100 vs 22/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Launch price | — | $400 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 134.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (83/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (54/100 vs 22/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Google Pixel 11a is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mi 9 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi Mi 9 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users.