Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 38/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 227g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $449
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 35 points higher (73/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $420 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $29. Redmi K90 Ultra was $29 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 35 points (73/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.