Google Pixel 9a vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Critics score the Google Pixel 9a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra the same: 89 out of 100, from 7 and 5 reviews. 5 outlets reviewed both: 1 scored the Google Pixel 9a higher, 2 scored the Xiaomi 17 Ultra higher and 2 gave both the same score.
Image: GoogleGoogle Pixel 9a
Praised for: battery life (4 of 7), picture quality (2 of 7), value for money (2 of 7)
The catch: It has no telephoto lens and charges slowly.
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Image: XiaomiXiaomi 17 Ultra
Praised for: performance (3 of 5), picture quality (2 of 5), battery life (2 of 5)
Criticised for: size and weight (2 of 5)
The catch: It is bulky, and subject tracking and video are weaker.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | Google Pixel 9a | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Reviews | 95 | 80 | +15 |
| Tech Advisor | 90 | 90 | same |
| Trusted Reviews | 90 | 90 | same |
| Android Central | 90 | 95 | -5 |
| TechRadar | 80 | 90 | -10 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the Google Pixel 9a minus the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the Google Pixel 9a or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Critics rate them the same, at 89. 5 outlets reviewed both: 1 scored the Google Pixel 9a higher, 2 scored the Xiaomi 17 Ultra higher and 2 gave both the same score.
Do critics agree about the Google Pixel 9a and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9a: broad agreement, scores from 80 to 95. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra: broad agreement, scores from 80 to 95.