Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 15T
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15T leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15T has the bigger battery (6400 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,676,955 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Google Pixel 9a
OnePlus 15T
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Better portability (58/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3676955 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6400 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the OnePlus 15T, the OnePlus 15T scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, OnePlus 15T — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | OnePlus 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3676955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6400 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9a and OnePlus 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads Google Pixel 9a by 64.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Google Pixel 9a was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 15T?
The OnePlus 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the OnePlus 15T?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the OnePlus 15T — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 15T?
The OnePlus 15T leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus 15T?
The OnePlus 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the OnePlus 15T?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.