Google Pixel 5a 5G vs OnePlus 13T
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 597,974).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus 13T
- Lighter: 183g vs 185g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $650
- Overall rating 38/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the OnePlus 13T, the OnePlus 13T scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (53/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (53/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $650 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $201. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $201 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (53/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (65/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the OnePlus 13T?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus 13T — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the OnePlus 13T?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.