Google Pixel 8a vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Xiaomi 17
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $709
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 8a by 55.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Google Pixel 8a was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (95/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.