Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi K80 Pro

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 65/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 8a

Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 70
Battery 39
Portability 57
Value for money 52

Redmi K80 Pro

Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 82

What makes Google Pixel 8a better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $511

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 45/100)

What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 1433693
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 16 points higher (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 8a Redmi K80 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1433693 3068164
Geekbench Single 1722 3013
Geekbench Multi 4458 9287
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 120W
Wireless charging 7W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 136 —
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 32 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 188 g 215 g
Launch price $499 $511

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 8a

  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera

Redmi K80 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 8a

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Redmi K80 Pro

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 8a

  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
39
battery

Redmi K80 Pro

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
65/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100 +53.3%
3068164 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 8a

$499

Redmi K80 Pro

$511

Launch price difference: $12. Google Pixel 8a was $12 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.