Google Pixel 3a vs Redmi K90 Max
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $399 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 27/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 3a
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 147g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $504
- Better portability (81/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 47 points higher (74/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Redmi K90 Max — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (95/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $504 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel 3a by 91.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $105. Google Pixel 3a was $105 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (95/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (94/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 47 points (74/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.