Google Pixel 7a vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 1,194,673); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Google Pixel 7a
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $180 vs $825
- Overall rating 60/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 192g vs 193g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $180 | $825 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Google Pixel 7a by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $645. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $645.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.