Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 8a

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

Redmi K90 Pro Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 78
Battery 89
Portability 54
Value for money 90

What makes Google Pixel 8a better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g
  • Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $561

  • Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1433693
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 70/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 39/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max 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 K90 Pro Max
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1433693 3622315
Geekbench Single 1722 3639
Geekbench Multi 4458 11047
Display 6.1" OLED 6.9" OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 7W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 136 —
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 188 g 210 g
Launch price $499 $561

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 8a

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

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 8a

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

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 8a

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

Redmi K90 Pro Max

  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
65/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +60.4%
3622315 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 8a by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 8a

$499

Redmi K90 Pro Max

$561

Launch price difference: $62. Google Pixel 8a was $62 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (89/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.