Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 40/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 235g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (92/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (76/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 88.0% 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (100/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (92/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (76/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 52 points (92/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.