Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi K90
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 49/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 9a
Redmi K90
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $401 vs $499
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (68/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $499 | $401 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel 9a by 57.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $98. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $98.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (69/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (71/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (67/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.