Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi 12

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; estimated prices are $180 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 22/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 362,744); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7a has the stronger camera (133 vs 63).

The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Redmi 12
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1375
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 198g

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $180

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi 12, the Google Pixel 7a scores 16 points higher (38/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Redmi 12
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 1194673 362744
Geekbench Single 1459 430
Geekbench Multi 3451 1375
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133 63
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm
Weight 193 g 198 g
Price $180 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Redmi 12 MediaTek Helio G88
22/100 -229.3%
362744 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Redmi 12 by 229.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Redmi 12
$150

Price difference: $30. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $30.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (67/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.