Google Pixel 7a vs Redmi Note 9S
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 20/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 514,398); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't; the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 7a
Redmi Note 9S
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 514398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1762
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4385 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Google Pixel 7a scores 18 points higher (38/100 vs 20/100). 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (37/100 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 Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (37/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Redmi Note 9S by 132.2% 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 9S (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (67/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (37/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (58/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 9S are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 9S — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.