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 — 27/100 vs 9/100 (a 18-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).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google Pixel 5
- Overall rating 9/100
- Bigger battery: 4080 vs 3885 mAh
- Lighter: 151g vs 168g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (13/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 90/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Google Pixel 5, the Google Pixel 5 scores 18 points higher (27/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (49/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (13/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Google Pixel 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (49/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (13/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Google Pixel 5?
The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 4a 5G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
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 9/100, the Google Pixel 5 — 27/100.
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 6/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Google Pixel 5?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use.