Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Google Pixel 5
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 5 leads — 48/100 vs 40/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 5 has the bigger battery (4080 mAh vs 3885); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 168g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 5
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4080 vs 3885 mAh
- Lighter: 151g vs 168g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 19/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 5, the Google Pixel 5 scores 8 points higher (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (49/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (31/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Google Pixel 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4080 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 12W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 109 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 2 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 151 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (49/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (31/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 5?
The Google Pixel 5 edges out the Google Pixel 4a 5G by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Google Pixel 5?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Google Pixel 5 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 5?
The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 5?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Google Pixel 5 (49/100 vs 17/100).