Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 53/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,017,976).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Nord 2T
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1017976
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3281
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Google Pixel 8a scores 12 points higher (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1017976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Nord 2T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads OnePlus Nord 2T by 40.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus Nord 2T
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (70/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.