Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 49/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 9a
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 186g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $499 | $561 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9a by 67.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $62. Google Pixel 9a is cheaper by $62.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (82/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 35 points (84/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.