Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 4a 5G leads — 9/100 vs 5/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 4a 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Better camera (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Google Pixel 4a 5G scores 4 points higher (9/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | — | |
| RAM | 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | — | |
| OS | Android 11 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | — | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (90/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G leads on camera score (6/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.