Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi K80 Pro

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 66/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9a

Performance 71
Display 82
Camera 63
Battery 52
Portability 58
Value for money 54

Redmi K80 Pro

Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 82

What makes Google Pixel 9a better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $511

  • Better portability (58/100 vs 45/100)

What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 1321069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1977
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4778
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 15 points higher (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; 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 Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9a Redmi K80 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1321069 3068164
Geekbench Single 1977 3013
Geekbench Multi 4778 9287
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 23W 120W
Wireless charging 7W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 128 —
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 32 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 186 g 215 g
Launch price $499 $511

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9a

  • Main: 48MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
63
camera

Redmi K80 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9a

  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Redmi K80 Pro

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9a

  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • Wireless: 7W
52
battery

Redmi K80 Pro

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9a Google Tensor G4
66/100
1321069 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100 +56.9%
3068164 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Google Pixel 9a by 56.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9a

$499

Redmi K80 Pro

$511

Launch price difference: $12. Google Pixel 9a was $12 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (91/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.