Google Pixel 3a vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $399 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 27/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 3a
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 147g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $561
- Better portability (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 59 points higher (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (98/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (81/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $561 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 3a by 92.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $162. Google Pixel 3a was $162 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (98/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (81/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (89/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (81/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 59 points (86/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.