Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 224g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (76/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (76/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.