Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus Ace 6
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,391,399 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 213g).
Google Pixel 9a
OnePlus Ace 6
- Lighter: 186g vs 213g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3391399 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $499
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the OnePlus Ace 6 scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a leads (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, OnePlus Ace 6 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (63/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3391399 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $399 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9a and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Google Pixel 9a by 61.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. OnePlus Ace 6 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (93/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (63/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (79/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 edges out the Google Pixel 9a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 9a leads on camera score (63/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on performance (93/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.