Google Pixel 6a vs OnePlus 15
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $400 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 61/100 vs 27/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 921,396); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 6a
OnePlus 15
- Lighter: 178g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $400 vs $799
- Better camera (59/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 921396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2800
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4410 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 3/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 34 points higher (61/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (77/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (59/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (48/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (77/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (59/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (48/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 921396 | 3621671 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2800 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $400 | $799 |
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 6a and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Google Pixel 6a by 74.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $399. Google Pixel 6a is cheaper by $399.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (77/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (59/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (48/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 6a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (77/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 6a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 34 points (61/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the OnePlus 15 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 6a leads on camera score (59/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (77/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users.