Google Pixel 7a vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,194,673); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 133); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 226g).
Google Pixel 7a
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1500
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 80/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $180 | $1500 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Google Pixel 7a by 66.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1320. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $1320.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (93/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.