Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $499 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9a

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

Redmi K80 Ultra

Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 80

What makes Google Pixel 9a better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 219g

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (58/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 1321069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1977
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4778
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $499

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra 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 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 1321069 2874956
Geekbench Single 1977 2729
Geekbench Multi 4778 8430
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 23W 100W
Wireless charging 7W —
DXOMark (camera) 128 —
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 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 —
Weight 186 g 219 g
Launch price $499 $350

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9a

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

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9a

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

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9a

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

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery

Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 9a Google Tensor G4
66/100
1321069 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100 +54.0%
2874956 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9a by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9a

$499

Redmi K80 Ultra

$350

Launch price difference: $149. Redmi K80 Ultra was $149 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (89/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (86/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 71/100).

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

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