Google Pixel 9 vs Redmi Note 5
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; estimated prices are $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 10/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 198g).
Google Pixel 9
Redmi Note 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (33/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 180g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Redmi Note 5, the Google Pixel 9 scores 40 points higher (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (33/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (75/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (33/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $799 | $200 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Redmi Note 5 by 452.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $599. Redmi Note 5 is cheaper by $599.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (75/100 vs 1/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (33/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 40 points (50/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 1/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Redmi Note 5?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.