Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi Note 5
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 282,713).
Google Pixel 7a
Redmi Note 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (22/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Lighter: 180g vs 193g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi Note 5, the Google Pixel 7a scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). 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 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (22/100 vs 12/100). 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 5 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (67/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 5 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Redmi Note 5 by 322.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $20. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $20.
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 5 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (67/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (75/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 5 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 1/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.