Google Pixel 3a vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $399 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 70/100 vs 27/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,708,482 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 43 points (70/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a
Performance 26
Display 59
Camera 10
Battery 12
Portability 81
Value for money 0
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 87
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 82
What makes Google Pixel 3a better?
  • Lighter: 147g vs 219g

  • Better portability (81/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2708482 vs 322015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 381
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1239
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $399

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 43 points higher (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 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 Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (81/100 vs 45/100).

Google Pixel 3a: The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 3a Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor Snapdragon 670 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 322015 2708482
Geekbench Single 381 2680
Geekbench Multi 1239 8358
Display 5.6" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2220 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 9000 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 IP68
Dimensions 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 147 g 219 g
Launch price $399 $300
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a
  • 5.6" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2220
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 3a and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 3a Snapdragon 670
27/100
322015 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
70/100 +88.1%
2708482 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Google Pixel 3a by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 3a
$399
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300

Launch price difference: $99. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $99 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (87/100 vs 26/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (84/100 vs 59/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (80/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (81/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 43 points (70/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (87/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Google Pixel 3a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.