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).
Google Pixel 9a
Redmi Turbo 5
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel 9a by 53.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $249. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $249.
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).
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.