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Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB) vs Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 vs Google Pixel 9a phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Google Pixel 9a X Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB) 04Points
6.3"
IPS

1080x2340

48
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
30Points Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 X
6.3"
POLED

1080x2424

48
MP

13mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5100
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)} 4 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB) vs Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)} 30 Advantages Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+8.35 millimeters (0.33 inches)7%
Thinner
vs8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
2GHz 64bit Octa-core (11nm)vs+3.1GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)38%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
4GB LPDDR4Xvs+8GB LPDDR5X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128GB (111GB available)vs+256GB (220GB available)98%
More internal storage for applications and files
eMMC 5.1vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
190 grams (6.65 ounces)vs+186 grams (6.51 ounces)2%
Lighter
Plastic body, glass front/backvs+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT IPS LCDvs+P-OLEDAdvantage
P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+HDR8Advantage
The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
1080x2340 pixelsvs+1080x2424 pixels4%
Higher resolution screen
409 PPIvs+421 PPI3%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(quad camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MPvs+(dual camera) 48MP + 13MP2%
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
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 9.0 Pievs+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
4G LTE-Avs+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps4 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
4000 mAhvs+5100 mAh28%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
18Wvs+23W28%
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)
(dedicated slot)
vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
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.
4.2 + 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
USB 2.0 Type-C, 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.
P2i certifiedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

24 Common items in both devices
16 million
6.3"
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
HDR photo on both cameras / HDR photo/video on both cameras
1/2" inches
(front) 13MP
+17 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
ModelRedmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Other model namesMi Redmi Note 8 (4GB RAM) M1908C3JG, M1908C3JE, M1908C3JHGoogle Pixel 9a GTF7P
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiGoogle
Release date9/26/20194/10/2025, Announced: 3/19/2025
Depth8.35 millimeters (0.33 inches)8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)75.3 x 158.3 millimeters (2.96 x 6.23 in)73.3 x 154.7 millimeters (2.89 x 6.09 in)
Weight190 grams (6.65 ounces)186 grams (6.51 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass front/backAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersP2i certified: water repellent nano-coatingIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDP-OLED
Screen size6.3" inches6.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~81.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)1080x2424 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)409 PPI421 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display featuresNot supported2700nits[peak]
HDR8
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 15
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 (SM6125) (11nm)64bit: Google Tensor G4 (4nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.1GHz ARM Cortex-X4 (Single-core)
3x 2.6GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core)
4x 1.92GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 610ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (940MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 1030262 (v10)

💽 Memory and storage

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X8GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage128GB (111GB available)
eMMC 5.1
256GB (220GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageUntil 512GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload600/150 Mbps3000/1024 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 networkM1908C3JG version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
M1908C3JE, M1908C3JH versions:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat12/13
VoLTE
M1908C3JG version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40)
M1908C3JE, M1908C3JH versions:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)
LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32, 66, 75)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
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, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 32, 66, 75)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6

📷 Camera

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Back camera (main camera)(quad camera)
48 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.41/5"1.75µm
2MP depth f/2.41/5"1.75µm
(dual camera)
48 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.2120°1/3.1"1.12µm
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)25mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2" inches1/2" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixel0.8µm 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 on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60/120/240fps

📸 Front camera

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixels13 megapixels
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered20mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.1" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, 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)
Bluetooth4.2 + 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, GALILEO, BeiDoufeature not registered
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity4000 mAh5100 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging23W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registered7.5W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice 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
Miscellaneous• Colors: Space Black, Moonlight White, Neptune Blue
• MIUI 10
• Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony
• Google Cast

☢️ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 8 (128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 9a (GTF7P 256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.99W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)
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