Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 13 Pro
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus 13 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 66/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 9a
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Lighter: 186g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $899
- Better portability (58/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the OnePlus 13 Pro, the OnePlus 13 Pro scores 18 points higher (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, OnePlus 13 Pro — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | OnePlus 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $899 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 13 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 13 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9a and OnePlus 13 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 Pro leads Google Pixel 9a by 57.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $400. Google Pixel 9a was $400 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9a — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the OnePlus 13 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The OnePlus 13 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the OnePlus 13 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.