Google Pixel XL vs Redmi K90
The Google Pixel XL (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $769 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 26/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 206g).
Google Pixel XL
Redmi K90
- Lighter: 168g vs 206g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $769
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 50 points higher (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, Redmi K90 — 90/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (92/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 3086235 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $401 |
Google Pixel XL
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel XL and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Google Pixel XL by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $368. Redmi K90 was $368 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (92/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Google Pixel XL (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 50 points (76/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel XL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL over the Redmi K90?
The Google Pixel XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.