Google Pixel 3a vs Redmi K90
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $399 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 27/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 3a
Redmi K90
- Lighter: 147g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $401
- Better portability (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 49 points higher (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Redmi K90 — 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (82/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3086235 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $401 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel 3a by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $2. Google Pixel 3a was $2 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (92/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (82/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.