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; estimated prices are $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 (3,207,005 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Google Pixel 8a
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $899
- Better camera (70/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 56/100)
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). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (76/100 vs 56/100). 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). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9553 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $499 | $899 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
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
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $400.
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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (76/100 vs 56/100).
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.