Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi Note 17
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; estimated prices are $180 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 33/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 600,942); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Google Pixel 7a
Redmi Note 17
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 600942
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 2210
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $185
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 18/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi Note 17, the Google Pixel 7a scores 5 points higher (38/100 vs 33/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (60/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (60/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (58/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $180 | $185 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Redmi Note 17 by 98.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $5. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $5.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (67/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (60/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (58/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 17?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Redmi Note 17 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 17?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 17?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 17?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi Note 17?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.