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Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) vs Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 vs Google Pixel 7a phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Google Pixel 7a X Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) 06Points
5.5"
IPS

1080x1920

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

3060
mAh

(Removable)

vs
37Points Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 X
6.1"
OLED

1080x2400

64
MP

13mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4385
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)

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Redmi Note 2 (16GB)} 6 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (16GB) vs Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)} 37 Advantages Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+160 grams (5.6 ounces)21%
Lighter
vs193 grams (6.76 ounces)
+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)8%
Thinner
vs9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2GHz 64bit Octa-corevs+2.85GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)28%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
2GB LPDDR3vs+8GB LPDDR53 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
16GB (11GB available)vs+128GB (101GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.0vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT IPS LCDvs+OLEDAdvantage
OLED display is brighter and more vivid
1080x1920 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels25%
Higher resolution screen
401 PPIvs+431 PPI7%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
5.5"vs+6.1"11%
Larger screen
(back) 13MPvs+(dual camera) 64MP + 13MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main cameravs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.2 (aperture)vs+f/1.9 (aperture)16%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 5MPvs+(front) 13MP160%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 5.0.2 Lollipopvs+Android 16Advantage
Android 16 is newer and safer
4G LTEvs+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(4G LTE) 150 Mbpsvs+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps32 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
3060 mAhvs+4385 mAh43%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
10Wvs+18W80%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

14 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+7 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
ModelRedmi Note 2 (16GB)Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Other model namesRedmi Note 2 (2015051), Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 StandardPixel 7a UW G0DZQ (Verizon)
Country or region availableChina(Global, International)
China, (Global, International)
USA
USA
BrandXiaomiGoogle
Release date8/1/20155/10/2023
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)76 x 152 millimeters (2.99 x 5.98 in)72.9 x 152 millimeters (2.87 x 5.98 in)
Weight160 grams (5.6 ounces)193 grams (6.76 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDOLED
Screen size5.5" inches6.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~72.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~81.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)401 PPI431 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registered90Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredHDR8
Always-On Display

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
System versionAndroid 5.0.2 LollipopAndroid 13
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 16
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek MT6795 Helio X10 (28nm)64bit: Google Tensor G2 (5nm)
CPUOcta-core, 1 processor:
8x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
2x 2.85GHz ARM Cortex-X1 (Dual-core)
2x 2.35GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Dual-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR G6200 MP4 700MhzARM Mali-G710 MP7
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 766112 (v9)
Geekbench: 3191 (v5.1), 3631 (v6)
GFXBench: 62fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR38GB LPDDR5
Internal storage16GB (11GB available)
eMMC 5.0
128GB (101GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Not supported

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkTD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 7)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 48)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78)
mmWave (260, 261)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 48)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Back camera (main camera)13 megapixels(dual camera)
64 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.2120ยฐ1.12ยตm
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.73" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8ยตm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60/120/240fps

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Front camera (secondary)5 megapixels13 megapixels
Front camera resolution2560x1920 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered20mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
USBMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3060 mAh4385 mAh
Charger, watts10W Wired charging18W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registered7.5W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy11.5 hoursfeature not registered
Standby144 hours (6 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: White, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Green
โ€ข MIUI 7
โ€ข Colors: Charcoal, Snow, Sea, Coral
โ€ข Google Cast

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 2 (16GB)Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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