Google Pixel 9a
#322
Xiaomi 12S
#304Category Breakdown
Google Pixel 9a
Xiaomi 12S
Performance
70.870.8
Camera
56.155.5
Display
88.588.5
Battery
76.578.0
Build
77.879.8
Overall
72.272.5
Summary
- The Google Pixel 9a features a slightly larger 6.3-inch P-OLED display with higher peak brightness compared to the Xiaomi 12S's 6.28-inch AMOLED screen, both supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR.
- In terms of performance, the Pixel is powered by the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi utilizes the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, offering competitive processing capabilities.
- The Pixel's camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, whereas the Xiaomi boasts a 50 MP main sensor with additional telephoto capabilities, enabling higher video resolution options up to 8K.
- The Pixel has a larger 5100 mAh battery with 23W charging, compared to the Xiaomi's 4500 mAh battery and faster 67W charging.
- Build quality is premium for both, with the Pixel using Gorilla Glass and an aluminum frame, while the Xiaomi offers Gorilla Glass Victus and options for eco leather.
- Software experience differs, with the Pixel running Android 15 and promising extended updates, while the Xiaomi operates on Android 12 with MIUI 13.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Google Pixel 9a
Xiaomi 12S
General
Release Date
2025, March 19
2022, July 04
Announced
2025, March 19
2022, July 04
Description
Versions: GXQ96 (USA); GTF7P (International); G3Y12 (Japan)
N/A
Display
Size
6.3"
6.28"
Type
P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 1800 nits (HBM), 2700 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1100 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080 x 2424 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~422 ppi density)
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~419 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✓
✓
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Performance
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)
Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU
Mali-G715 MP7
Adreno 730
Memory
128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
No
Camera
Main Camera
48 MP
50 MP
Main Camera Details
48 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS13 MP, f/2.4, 15mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto macro), AF
Front Camera
13 MP
32 MP
Front Camera Details
13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm
Video Recording
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@1920fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
OIS
✓
✓
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5100 mAh
4500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5100 mAh
Li-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details
23W wired, PD3.07.5W wirelessBypass charging (w/ "Limit to 80%" option enabled)
67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 42 min50W wireless, 100% in 57 min10W reverse wireless
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✓
✓
Build & Design
Dimensions
154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm (6.09 x 2.89 x 0.35 in)
152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm or 8.7 mm
Weight
186 g
179 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame, plastic back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony
Gray, White, Purple, Green
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM +eSIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
HSPA, LTE, 5G
5G
✓
✓
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual/tri-band (market/region dependent)
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC
✓
✓
USB
USB Type-C 3.2
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
Software
Operating System
Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Android 12, MIUI 13
OS Version
Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Android 12, MIUI 13
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✓
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
No
No