Google Pixel 4a vs OnePlus 15
The Google Pixel 4a (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730G, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $349 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3140); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 533,630); the Google Pixel 4a is noticeably lighter (143g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a
OnePlus 15
What makes Google Pixel 4a better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $799
- Better portability (81/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3140 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 4a — 16/100, OnePlus 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (81/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 533630 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 697 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1809 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.8" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3140 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.0×69.4×8.2 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a
- 5.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a
- 3140 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Google Pixel 4a by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Google Pixel 4a was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (84/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a (89/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (81/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a and the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 4a has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a over the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.