Pixel 9 vs Redmi Note 15 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 1 point overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Pixel 9 edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.
Value Score: Pixel 9 72 · Redmi Note 15 5G 71 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
The Pixel 9's Google Tensor G4 is simply the faster chip.
Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.
5,520mAh vs 4,700mAh — the Redmi Note 15 5G lasts longer between charges.
The Pixel 9 is supported until Aug 2031 — 21 months longer than the Redmi Note 15 5G.
Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.
Full spec table
| Spec | Pixel 9 | Redmi Note 15 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $449 | $250 |
| Display | 6.3-inch Actua OLED, 60–120Hz, up to 2700 nits peak | 6.77-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 3200 nits peak |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB | 256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 4,700 mAh | 5,520 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired, 15W wireless (Qi) | 45W wired |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 48MP ultra-wide | 108MP main, 8MP ultra-wide |
| Dimensions | 152.8 × 72.0 × 8.5 mm | 164 × 75.4 × 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 178 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP66 |
| Supported until | Aug 2031 | Dec 2029 |
Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.