Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 13T
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13T has the bigger battery (6260 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 1,321,069).
Google Pixel 9a
OnePlus 13T
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $650
- Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6260 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 186g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the OnePlus 13T, the OnePlus 13T scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (65/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $650 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Google Pixel 9a by 58.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $151. Google Pixel 9a was $151 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (92/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13T and the Google Pixel 9a are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the OnePlus 13T?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the OnePlus 13T — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13T?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the OnePlus 13T?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.