Google Pixel 8a vs Redmi Note 9S
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; estimated prices are $499 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 20/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 514,398); the Google Pixel 8a has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't; the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 8a
Redmi Note 9S
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 514398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1762
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4492 mAh
- Cheaper: $200 vs $499
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Google Pixel 8a scores 28 points higher (48/100 vs 20/100). 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (70/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $499 | $200 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Redmi Note 9S by 178.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Redmi Note 9S is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (70/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S is a bit better (37/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (65/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 28 points (48/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.