Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 9/100 (a 73-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 73 points higher (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (93/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (72/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 226 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (93/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (72/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (90/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 73 points (82/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.