Google Pixel 5a 5G vs OnePlus Ace 6
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,391,399 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Ace 6
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3391399 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $449
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the OnePlus Ace 6 scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, OnePlus Ace 6 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (79/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3391399 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $399 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $50. OnePlus Ace 6 was $50 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (93/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (35/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (79/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on performance (93/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.