Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi Note 3 Pro
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650; estimated prices are $180 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 12/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 64 MP vs 16 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 130,000); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 130000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (22/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 193g
- Cheaper: $170 vs $180
- Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi Note 3 Pro, the Google Pixel 7a scores 26 points higher (38/100 vs 12/100). 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 2/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (67/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Redmi Note 3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 130000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 800 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 164 g | |
| Price | $180 | $170 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi Note 3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Redmi Note 3 Pro by 819.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $10. Redmi Note 3 Pro is cheaper by $10.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (67/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 26 points (38/100 vs 12/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 3 Pro — 12/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 2/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.