Google Pixel 6a vs Redmi K90

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $400 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 27/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 921,396); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 41 points (68/100 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
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $401

  • Better camera (59/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 921396
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2800
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 3/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 41 points higher (68/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (69/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Redmi K90
Processor Google Tensor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 921396 3088357
Geekbench Single 1050 3050
Geekbench Multi 2800 9300
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68
Dimensions 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 178 g 206 g
Price $400 $401
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 6a Google Tensor
27/100
921396 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +70.2%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel 6a by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $1. Google Pixel 6a is cheaper by $1.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (69/100 vs 3/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (71/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (77/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.

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

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 41 points (68/100 vs 27/100).

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

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

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

The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 53/100).

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

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 3/100).

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

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.