Google Pixel 6a vs Redmi K90 Max

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $400 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 27/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 921,396); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 40 points (67/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Performance 3
Display 0
Camera 59
Battery 22
Design 77
Value for money 82
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $504

  • Better camera (59/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 921396
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2800
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 3/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 40 points higher (67/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (82/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Redmi K90 Max
Processor Google Tensor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 921396 3803420
Geekbench Single 1050 3228
Geekbench Multi 2800 9553
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP66
Dimensions 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 178 g 227 g
Price $400 $504
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 6a and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 6a Google Tensor
27/100
921396 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +75.8%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel 6a by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $104. Google Pixel 6a is cheaper by $104.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (82/100 vs 3/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (77/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (77/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 40 points (67/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 3/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.