Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $180 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 60/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,194,673); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra 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 36
Portability 52
Value for money 88
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 92
Portability 40
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $420

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1194673
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1459
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3451
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 15 points higher (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1194673 3119308
Geekbench Single 1459 3041
Geekbench Multi 3451 9494
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1280x2772
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 5W
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
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 193 g 227 g
Price $180 $420
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
70
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
36
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
92
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
60/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100 +61.7%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 7a by 61.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $240. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $240.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra (67/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 36/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra?

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

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

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 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).

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

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