Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi K90 Max

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $180 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 38/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,194,673); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $504

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1194673
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1459
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3451
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (82/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (77/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (97/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a 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 7a Redmi K90 Max
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1194673 3803420
Geekbench Single 1459 3228
Geekbench Multi 3451 9553
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP66
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 193 g 227 g
Price $180 $504
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +68.6%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel 7a by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $324. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $324.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (82/100 vs 12/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (77/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (97/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 7a 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.