Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi 13

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; estimated prices are $499 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 29/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13 has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 408,000).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 13 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Redmi 13
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 51
Value for money 98
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1890
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 199g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi 13 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Cheaper: $170 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi 13, the Google Pixel 8a scores 19 points higher (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13 leads (41/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13 leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (41/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 13: The Redmi 13 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Redmi 13
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
AnTuTu 1433693 408000
Geekbench Single 1722 760
Geekbench Multi 4458 1890
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP53
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 188 g 199 g
Price $499 $170
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Redmi 13
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 13
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Redmi 13
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi 13 MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
29/100 -251.4%
408000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi 13 by 251.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Redmi 13
$170

Price difference: $329. Redmi 13 is cheaper by $329.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (70/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (41/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 13?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 13 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi 13?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi 13 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 13?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 13?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi 13?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 13 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.