Google Pixel 3a XL vs Redmi K90
The Google Pixel 3a XL (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $479 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 3700); 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 XL is noticeably lighter (167g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 3a XL
Redmi K90
- Lighter: 167g vs 206g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $479
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a XL 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 15/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a XL — 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 XL (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a XL | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3086235 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 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 | 160.1×76.1×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $479 | $401 |
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 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 XL
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 3a XL
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3a XL and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel 3a XL by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $78. Redmi K90 was $78 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (92/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a XL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a XL by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a XL and the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 3a XL has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a XL over the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 3a XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.