Google Pixel 6a vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $400 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 27/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 921,396); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 27 points (54/100 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 Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 204g

  • Better camera (59/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 921396
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2800
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4410 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $400

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 3/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 27 points higher (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (43/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (59/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Google Pixel 6a: The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 6a Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Google Tensor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 921396 2809170
Geekbench Single 1050 1553
Geekbench Multi 2800 6403
Display 6.1" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4410 mAh 7560 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
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 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 178 g 204 g
Price $400 $250
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
59
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
  • 6.1" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
  • 4410 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 6a and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 6a Google Tensor
27/100
921396 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +67.2%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel 6a by 67.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 6a
$400
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $150. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $150.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (43/100 vs 3/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (59/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (72/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (77/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 27 points (54/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

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

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 3/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.