Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 9a
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $499
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $420 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9a by 57.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $79. Redmi K90 Ultra was $79 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 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 K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90 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 K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.