Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex; estimated prices are $495 and $392. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 is faster in AnTuTu (1,696,968 vs 1,433,693).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1696968 vs 1433693
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $392 vs $495
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the Google Pixel 8a scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (60/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100. In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 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 / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 199 g | |
| Price | $495 | $392 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Nord CE5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE5 leads Google Pixel 8a by 15.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $103. OnePlus Nord CE5 is cheaper by $103.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord CE5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the OnePlus Nord CE5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users.