Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi 17

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 32/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 652,054); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 17 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Redmi 17
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 53
Design 31
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 652054
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 943
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2410
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $199 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi 17, the Google Pixel 8a scores 16 points higher (48/100 vs 32/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (53/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (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 17 (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (53/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Redmi 17
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
AnTuTu 1433693 652054
Geekbench Single 1722 943
Geekbench Multi 4458 2410
Display 6.1" OLED 6.9" LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 2460x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g 215 g
Price $499 $199
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi 17 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
32/100 -119.9%
652054 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi 17 by 119.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Redmi 17
$199

Price difference: $300. Redmi 17 is cheaper by $300.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (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 17 (70/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (53/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (65/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 17?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Redmi 17 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi 17?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi 17 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 17?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi 17?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi 17?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.