Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 61/100 vs 48/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,760,000 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — 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 K90 Ultra
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 81
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 227g

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2760000 vs 1433693
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $499

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 21/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (81/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 13 points higher (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (65/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 21/100). 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 K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8a Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1433693 2760000
Geekbench Single 1722 3050
Geekbench Multi 4458 9300
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 227 g
Price $499 $420
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 8a Google Tensor G3
48/100
1433693 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
61/100 +48.1%
2760000 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 48.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $79. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $79.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (65/100 vs 21/100).

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 K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (65/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

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

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 61/100.

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

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 32/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (65/100 vs 21/100).

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

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