Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 15s
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 65/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15s has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus 15s
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $700
- Better camera (70/100 vs 53/100)
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus 15s, the OnePlus 15s scores 18 points higher (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, OnePlus 15s — 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 15s notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus 15s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2640x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus 15s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Google Pixel 8a by 63.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Google Pixel 8a was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (70/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (89/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus 15s?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus 15s — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15s?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus 15s?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.