Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 94/100 vs 38/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 597,974).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $730
- Overall rating 38/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (94/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (95/100 vs 36/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | — | |
| Launch price | $449 | $730 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $281. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $281 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (91/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (90/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (95/100 vs 36/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 56 points (94/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 94/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.