Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Ace 6
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads — 65/100 vs 48/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,391,399 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Ace 6
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 33/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3391399 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $399 vs $499
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the OnePlus Ace 6 scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (73/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (73/100 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 Ace 6 (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (79/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3391399 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $499 | $399 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Google Pixel 8a by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. OnePlus Ace 6 is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (73/100 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 Ace 6 (70/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (79/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (65/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on performance (73/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.