Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $465. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,105,769 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3105769 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $465 vs $499
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro leads (68/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 56/100, OnePlus Ace 5 Pro — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Ace 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3105769 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 161.7×75.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $465 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Ace 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $34. OnePlus Ace 5 Pro was $34 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (68/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.