Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 9/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 26/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 75 points higher (84/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (90/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (90/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (90/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 75 points (84/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.