Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 13
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus 13
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 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)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9700 | |
| 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 | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Google Pixel 8a was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 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).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 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?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus 13?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.