Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi 15

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; estimated prices are $499 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 35/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 467,392).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 15 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Redmi 15
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 43
Design 56
Value for money 97
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1396
  • Lighter: 188g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4492 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi 15, the Google Pixel 8a scores 13 points higher (48/100 vs 35/100). 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 15 leads (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 15: The Redmi 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Redmi 15
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 1433693 467392
Geekbench Single 1722 466
Geekbench Multi 4458 1396
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 18W
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
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 850 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP64
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm
Weight 188 g 195 g
Price $499 $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Redmi 15
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 15
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Redmi 15
  • 5500 mAh
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
35/100 -206.7%
467392 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi 15 by 206.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Redmi 15
$180

Price difference: $319. Redmi 15 is cheaper by $319.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (70/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (43/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 15?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 15 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi 15?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi 15 — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 15?

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

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 15?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi 15?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.