Google Pixel 5a 5G vs OnePlus 13 Pro
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the OnePlus 13 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $899
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the OnePlus 13 Pro, the OnePlus 13 Pro scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (83/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, OnePlus 13 Pro — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | OnePlus 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $899 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and OnePlus 13 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 Pro leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $450. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $450 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (83/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus 13 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus 13 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.