Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Nord 3
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000; estimated prices are $495 and $339. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Nord 3 is faster in AnTuTu (1,542,660 vs 1,433,693).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Nord 3
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4384
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1542660 vs 1433693
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $339 vs $495
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (60/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the Google Pixel 8a scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 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 Nord 3 (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Nord 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1542660 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $495 | $339 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Nord 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 3 leads Google Pixel 8a by 7.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $156. OnePlus Nord 3 is cheaper by $156.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 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 Nord 3 (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (56/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the OnePlus Nord 3 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 Nord 3?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users.