Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi Note 13R

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9a leads — 49/100 vs 29/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).

The Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 40
Design 67
Value for money 75
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5030 mAh
  • Lighter: 186g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Google Pixel 9a scores 20 points higher (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (63/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9a Redmi Note 13R
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1321069
Geekbench Single 1977
Geekbench Multi 4778
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 23W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 128
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 186 g 205 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
63
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • Wireless: 7W
40
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9a
$499
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (63/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (67/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.