Google Pixel 5 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads — 35/100 vs 27/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Civi 1S has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 166g).

The Xiaomi Civi 1S edges out the Google Pixel 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 49
Battery 13
Design 100
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
  • Lighter: 151g vs 166g

  • Better camera (49/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 92/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4080 mAh
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (32/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi Civi 1S scores 8 points higher (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Google Pixel 5: The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 5 Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 597974
Geekbench Single 799
Geekbench Multi 1836
Display 6.0" OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4080 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 55W
DXOMark (camera) 109
Main camera 2 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 151 g 166 g
Price
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
49
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • 6.0" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
  • 4080 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (32/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi Civi 1S edges out the Google Pixel 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.