Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi Note 3 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650; estimated prices are $499 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 12/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 64 MP vs 16 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 130,000); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 8a
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 130000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $170 vs $499
- Better design/ergonomics (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi Note 3 Pro, the Google Pixel 8a scores 36 points higher (48/100 vs 12/100). 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 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (25/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (70/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Redmi Note 3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 130000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 800 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 164 g | |
| Price | $499 | $170 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi Note 3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi Note 3 Pro by 1002.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $329. Redmi Note 3 Pro is cheaper by $329.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (70/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 36 points (48/100 vs 12/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi Note 3 Pro — 12/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 2/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.