Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 13 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus 13 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus 13 Pro, the OnePlus 13 Pro scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $499 | $899 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus 13 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (83/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus 13 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.