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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 60/100 (a 15-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 (3,760,662 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 7a

Performance 64
Display 70
Camera 67
Battery 37
Portability 52
Value for money —

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

What makes Google Pixel 7a better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 227g

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1126520
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1461
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3867
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 15 points higher (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 7a Redmi K90 Max
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1126520 3760662
Geekbench Single 1461 3293
Geekbench Multi 3867 10243
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 7W 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
Launch price — $504

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 7a

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 7a

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
70
display

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 7a

  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
37
battery

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
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
60/100
1126520 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +70.0%
3760662 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel 7a by 70.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 7a

Price unknown

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 70/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

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

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

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

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.

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 37/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).

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

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.