Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Why is Google Pixel 5a 5G better than OnePlus Nord 2 5G?
Bigger battery capacity: 4680 mAh vs 4500 mAh
Higher pixel density: 415 ppi vs 410 ppi
The phone is newer
Lighter: 183 g vs 189 g
Shorter: 154.9 mm vs 158.9 mm
Why is OnePlus Nord 2 5G better than Google Pixel 5a 5G?
More RAM memory capacity: 6GB, 8GB, 12GB vs 6GB
Faster CPU speed: 1 x 3 GHz & 3 x 2.6 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz vs 1 x 2.4 GHz & 1 x 2.2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
Higher AnTuTu benchmark score: 711664 vs 379500
Higher charging speed: 65W vs 18W
Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.43" vs 6.34"
Narrower: 73.2 mm vs 73.7 mm
Higher wireless charging speed: 65W vs 18W
More megapixels front camera: 32MP vs 8MP
More internal storage: 128GB, 256GB vs 128GB
More color options: Gray Sierra, Blue Haze, Green Wood, Pac-Man Edition vs Mostly Black
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Height
154.9 mm
Width
73.7 mm
Thickness
7.6 mm
Screen size
6.34"
Weight
183 g
Height
158.9 mm
Width
73.2 mm
Thickness
8.3 mm
Screen size
6.43"
Weight
189 g
Height
154.9 mm
Width
73.7 mm
Thickness
7.6 mm
Screen size
6.34"
Weight
183 g
Height
158.9 mm
Width
73.2 mm
Thickness
8.3 mm
Screen size
6.43"
Weight
189 g
Score 4.2
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Score 4.3
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Score 4.2
Score 4.3
TechRadar
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Tom's Guide
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OnePlus Nord 2 5G
The Verge
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OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Smartprix
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OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
AnTuTu Score
Google Pixel 5a 5G
379500
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
711664 +87.53%
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
Google Pixel 5a 5G
1665
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
4197 +152.07%
3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
Google Pixel 5a 5G
445
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
1286 +188.99%
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
From $ 159
From $ 185
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From € 245
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From ₹ 15,900
Google Pixel 5a 5G
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a powerful, affordable smartphone with impressive features. It boasts a 6.34-inch OLED display, offering vibrant colors and sharp resolution, perfect for streaming and gaming. Powered by the Snapdragon 765G chipset, the Pixel 5a ensures smooth performance for multitasking and gaming, all with 5G connectivity for fast internet speeds.
Its standout feature is the exceptional camera system. The 12.2MP main sensor and 16MP ultra-wide lens deliver stunning photos, even in low light, thanks to Google’s renowned computational photography. The 8MP front camera ensures sharp selfies.
With a large 4,680mAh battery, it supports long-lasting use, and the IP67 water resistance adds durability. Paired with regular software updates and a clean Android experience, the Pixel 5a 5G is ideal for users seeking a premium experience without breaking the bank.
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
The OnePlus Nord 2 5G offers flagship-level performance at an affordable price. Featuring a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1200-AI chipset, it ensures fast, responsive performance whether you're gaming, multitasking, or streaming. The 6.43-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate delivers vibrant colors and smooth visuals.
Its 50MP AI triple camera system, including a Sony IMX766 sensor, captures stunning photos in various lighting conditions. With a 4500mAh battery and 65W Warp Charge, it powers up quickly and lasts all day. Running on OxygenOS, the Nord 2 5G provides a clean, fast, and customizable user experience.
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Specs
Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Design
Weight
183 g
189 g
Thickness
7.6 mm
8.3 mm
Width
73.7 mm
73.2 mm
Height
154.9 mm
158.9 mm
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
-
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP67
-
Waterproof depth rating
1 m
-
Volume
86.76 cm³
96.54 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
-
Color options
Mostly Black
Gray Sierra, Blue Haze, Green Wood, Pac-Man Edition
Display
Screen size
6.34"
6.43"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
415 ppi
410 ppi
Resolution
1080 x 2400 px
1080 x 2400 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
90Hz
Brightness (typical)
-
438 nits
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 3
Gorilla Glass 5
Supports HDR10
-
✔
Supports HDR10+
-
✔
Always-On Display
-
✔
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
128GB
128GB, 256GB
RAM
6GB
6GB, 8GB, 12GB
Android version
Android 11
Android 11
CPU speed
1 x 2.4 GHz & 1 x 2.2 GHz & 6 x 1.8 GHz
1 x 3 GHz & 3 x 2.6 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
GPU clock speed
750 MHz
-
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
4266 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
6 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
DirectX 12
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL ES version
3.2
-
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
8 threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
-
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
17 GB/s
-
OpenCL version
2
2
DDR memory version
-
4
Maximum memory amount
12GB
16GB
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
8W
10W
Release date
2021
2021
Has NX bit
✔
✔
Memory channels
2
-
GPU turbo
-
850 MHz
Cameras
Main camera
12.2 MP & 16 MP
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Front camera
8MP
32MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
2160 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.2 & f/1.7
f/1.9 & f/2.3 & f/2.4
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
✔
Has a BSI sensor
✔
-
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Number of flash LEDs
1
2
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has laser autofocus
-
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Shoots raw
-
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.0
f/2.5
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Shoots 360° panorama
✔
✔
Operating system
Has theme customization
✔
✔
Has dark mode
✔
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
✔
Has focus modes
✔
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Supports split screen
✔
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
✔
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Is free and open source
✔
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
✔
✔
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Supports widgets
✔
✔
Has offline voice recognition
✔
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
More languages supported
125
125
Battery
Battery power
4680 mAh
4500 mAh
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
18W
65W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
✔
Has LDAC
✔
-
Has aptX
✔
✔
Number of microphones
-
2
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✔
-
Features
Has 5G support
✔
✔
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
3700 MBits/s
4700 MBits/s
Upload speed
1600 MBits/s
2500 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
✔
✔
USB version
3.1
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
2 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
✔
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5.2
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Has crash detection
✔
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Google Pixel 5a 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 5G