Google Pixel 5a 5G vs OnePlus 15
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,646,161 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus 15
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $799
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3646161 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, OnePlus 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3646161 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $799 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $350. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $350 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (97/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (89/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.