Google Pixel 6a vs Redmi Note 13R

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 27/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 205g).

The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Google Pixel 6a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
Performance 3
Display 0
Camera 59
Battery 22
Design 77
Value for money 82
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (59/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 2 points higher (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (59/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (41/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (82/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Redmi Note 13R
Processor Google Tensor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 921396
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 2800
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
DXOMark (camera) 122
Main camera 2 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP53
Dimensions 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 178 g 205 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 6a and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (59/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (41/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (77/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Google Pixel 6a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.