Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,274,157 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 191g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 17
- Lighter: 168g vs 191g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 63/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3274157 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7000 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 (87/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3274157 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 7000 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 | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 191 g | |
| Price | — | $958 |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (81/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (87/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.