Google Pixel 6a vs OnePlus 16
The Google Pixel 6a (2022) runs on the Google Tensor, while the OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 59/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4410); the main camera is 2 MP vs 200 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (4,627,389 vs 1,015,493).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6a
OnePlus 16
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4627389 vs 1015493
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6a vs the OnePlus 16, the OnePlus 16 scores 36 points higher (95/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (95/100 vs 31/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6a | OnePlus 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1015493 | 4627389 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4410 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6a and OnePlus 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 16 leads Google Pixel 6a by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (90/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (95/100 vs 31/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 16?
The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6a by 36 points (95/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6a and the OnePlus 16?
The Google Pixel 6a has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the OnePlus 16 — 95/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 16?
The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6a or the OnePlus 16?
The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6a over the OnePlus 16?
The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.