Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Nord 5
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $499 and $385. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Nord 5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,848,224 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Nord 5
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1848224 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $499
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Nord 5, the OnePlus Nord 5 scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 leads (66/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100; 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 Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Nord 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1848224 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6800 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $385 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Nord 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord 5 leads Google Pixel 8a by 22.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $114. OnePlus Nord 5 was $114 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (70/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (66/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord 5?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus Nord 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord 5?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Nord 5?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users.