Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus Nord
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the OnePlus Nord (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G; estimated prices are $499 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 25/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4115); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 597,974).
Google Pixel 8a
OnePlus Nord
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4115 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Lighter: 184g vs 188g
- Cheaper: $399 vs $499
- Better design/ergonomics (70/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the OnePlus Nord, the Google Pixel 8a scores 23 points higher (48/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | OnePlus Nord | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4115 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 158.3×73.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 184 g | |
| Price | $499 | $399 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Nord
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Nord
- 4115 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus Nord, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads OnePlus Nord by 139.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. OnePlus Nord is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (25/100 vs 17/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (70/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord by 23 points (48/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the OnePlus Nord — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the OnePlus Nord?
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?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the OnePlus Nord?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.