Google Pixel 9a vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $499 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 49/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 40
Design 67
Value for money 75
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1977 vs 1553
  • Lighter: 186g vs 204g

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1321069
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4778
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $499

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 22/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 5 points higher (54/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (93/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 9a: The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9a Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 1321069 2809170
Geekbench Single 1977 1553
Geekbench Multi 4778 6403
Display 6.3" P-OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2424x1080 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 7560 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
Dimensions 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 186 g 204 g
Price $499 $250
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
63
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • Wireless: 7W
40
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9a Google Tensor G4
49/100
1321069 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +53.0%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel 9a by 53.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9a
$499
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $249. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $249.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (43/100 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (72/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (67/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (93/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 22/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.