Google Pixel 3a vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $399 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 27/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 3a
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 147g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $420
- Better portability (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 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 (92/100 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 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 46 points higher (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (81/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $420 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 3a by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $21. Google Pixel 3a was $21 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (92/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (94/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 46 points (73/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.