Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 40/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 192g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Lighter: 168g vs 192g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 64/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 46 points higher (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $825 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 46 points (86/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.