Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 15
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 61/100 vs 48/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus 15
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $799
- Better camera (70/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4492 mAh
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 13 points higher (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (48/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (70/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (48/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3621671 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $499 | $799 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Google Pixel 8a by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (70/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (48/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (65/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the OnePlus 15 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (77/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus 15?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users.