Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Oppo Reno5 5G
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Oppo Reno5 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno5 5G leads — 49/100 vs 40/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Oppo Reno5 5G has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo Reno5 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Oppo Reno5 5G
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 172g
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Oppo Reno5 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 19/100)
- Better portability (77/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Oppo Reno5 5G, the Oppo Reno5 5G scores 9 points higher (49/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G leads (48/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G leads (38/100 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 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno5 5G (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (48/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (38/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Oppo Reno5 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.4" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11, ColorOS 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 159.1×73.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Oppo Reno5 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Oppo Reno5 5G
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno5 5G
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Oppo Reno5 5G, 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 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno5 5G (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (48/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (38/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno5 5G and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Oppo Reno5 5G?
The Oppo Reno5 5G edges out the Google Pixel 4a 5G by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Oppo Reno5 5G?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Oppo Reno5 5G — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Oppo Reno5 5G?
The Oppo Reno5 5G leads on camera score (48/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Oppo Reno5 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Oppo Reno5 5G (48/100 vs 17/100).