Google Pixel 8a vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Better camera (70/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 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 | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 55.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8a was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (93/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.