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Google Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 12R
Product A: Google
99 of 162 known
Product B: OnePlus
103 of 162 known
Change OnePlus 12R
97 of 154 fields differ
- 57 different values
- 40 known for one only
- 19 the same
- 38 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Maximum wired charging power (claimed)A: 18WB: 100WOnePlus is 5.6 times higher.
- Peak brightnessA: 2,000nitsB: 4,500nitsOnePlus is 2,500 nits higher.
- Security support period (claimed)A: 7yearsB: 4yearsGoogle is 3 years higher.
- Rated battery capacityA: 4,404mAhB: 5,360mAhOnePlus is 956 mAh higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGoogle: 72.7 × 152.1 mm
- BOnePlus: 75.3 × 163.3 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.

General
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Series
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Model numbers
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GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
Google Pixel 7a8Reviewgsmarena.com/google_announces_pixel_8a_starts_at_499-news-62761.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's Pixel 8a announcement calls the Pixel 7a the predecessor of the Pixel 8a.9Reviewtechradar.com/phones/google-pixel-phones/google-pixel-8a-vs-google-pixel-7aRead 23 October 2026TechRadar calls the Pixel 8a a replacement for the outgoing Pixel 7a.
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Successor
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Aloe1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Front
Corning Gorilla Glass 31Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 21Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
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Water resistance time
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
15 of 24 differ
Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
431.4ppi
450.4ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
AMOLED ProXDR Display with LTPO4.01Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026Verbatim panel line "AMOLED ProXDR Display with LTPO4.0".
Max refresh rate
Touch sampling rate
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Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
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Peak display brightness (claimed)
Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR Vivid1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026Multimedia section: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, HDRViVid.
PWM dimming frequency
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Always-on display
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Front camera cutout
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Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
7 of 10 differ
OS at launch
Latest stable OS (verified)
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 21Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
Process
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CPU cores
CPU configuration
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARM Cortex-X3 | 2.9 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A715 | 2.4 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A510 | 1.7 |
BOnePlus 12R
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-X3 | 3.2 |
| 2 | Cortex-A715 | 2.8 |
| 2 | Cortex-A710 | 2.8 |
| 3 | Cortex-A510 | 2 |
Max CPU clock
2.9GHz
3.2GHz
GPU
NPU performance
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Memory
2 of 6 differ
RAM
RAM type
Storage (nominal)
Storage type
Memory card
Max card size
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Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 64 | 1.89 | 1/1.73" | 0.8 | Quad PD | Yes | 80° |
| Ultrawide | 13 | 2.2 | Not available | 1.12 | Not available | Not available | 120° |
BOnePlus 12R
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.8 | 24 | 1/1.56" | 1 | PDAF | Yes | Not available | Sony IMX890 |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 16 | 1/4.0" | 1.12 | Fixed | Not available | 112° | Sony IMX355 |
| Macro | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Number of rear cameras
2
3
Main camera
64MP
50MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
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Maximum photo digital zoom
Camera features
Best Take, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Manual white balancing, Night Sight, Top Shot, Portrait mode, Portrait Light, Motion Auto-Focus, Frequent Faces, Dual exposure controls, Live HDR+, Ultra HDR, Long Exposure1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
Frame Watermark, Auto HDR, Interval Shooting, Nightscape, Hi-Res Mode, Pro Mode, Movie Mode, Ultra Steady Mode, Dual-view Video, Portrait Mode, Video Portrait, Pano, Macro, Slo-mo, Time-lapse, Long Exposure, Text-scanner, Retouching, Filters1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BOnePlus 12R
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 480 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
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Video stabilisation
Maximum slow-motion capture rate
Front camera
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Front cameras
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 13 | 2.2 | 1.12 | Fixed | 96.5° |
BOnePlus 12R
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 16 | 2.4 | 24 | 1/3" | 1 | Fixed |
Maximum front video rate per resolution
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
BOnePlus 12R
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
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Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Not available
Audio features
Not available
Dolby Atmos, Noise cancellation1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
Microphones
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Network
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Network
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026Table "LTE" block: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz.
3G bands
B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B191Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32, B38, B40, B41, B42, B661Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Exact G6GPR ROW radio list, no NA/mmWave/JP union.
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32, B66, B38, B39, B40, B411Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026LTE-FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66 and LTE-TDD 38/39/40/41. UK model. The German page lists the same bands.
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n26, n38, n40, n41, n66, n75, n76, n77, n781Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Exact G6GPR ROW sub-6 list, no mmWave band inheritance.
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n781Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 20265G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78. UK model. The US model has a different list.
5G modes
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5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Wi-Fi calling
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
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Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Exact ROW GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou. India NavIC is not inherited.
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), Galileo (E1+E5a), BeiDou (B1I+B1C+B2a), QZSS (L1+L5)1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026Page lists BDS (B1I+B1C+B2a), GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), Galileo (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5).
Dual-frequency GNSS
Not available
Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
Sensors
Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Barometer1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026
Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Gyroscope, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Sensor core, Color temperature sensor1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026
Extra buttons
Not available
Haptic motor
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Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
4,404mAh1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Maker minimum 4404 mAh matches exact-device EPREL rated capacity.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2191505_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Item 10 rated 4404 mAh, not typical 4492.
Battery capacity (typical)
Rated battery energy
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Battery type
Claimed battery life
AGoogle Pixel 8a
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Mixed use | 24 |
BOnePlus 12R
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video streaming | 17.6 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
Wired charging standards
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
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Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
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Measured
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Geekbench single-core
Geekbench multi-core
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
PWM dimming (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
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SAR body (EU)
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Hearing aid compatibility
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In the box
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In the box
Pixel 8a, 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0), Quick Switch adapter, SIM tool1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Exact maker box includes Quick Switch adapter, unlike later 9/10-generation box lists.
OnePlus 12R, 100W SUPERVOOC Power Adapter, Type-A to C Cable, Quick Start Guide, Welcome Letter, Safety Information and Warranty Card, Logo sticker, Screen Protector (pre-applied), SIM Tray Ejector1Maker product pageoneplus.com/uk/12r/specsRead 10 October 2026UK box list.
Links
Not compared
Product page
blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/pixel-8a-launch1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 5 October 2026Retained official product introduction. Former Store 8a specs route now redirects to newer phones and is not used.4Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/pixel-8a-launchRead 5 October 2026Official exact-model launch page remains accessible.
Spec sheet
Manual
support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/141647962Owner's manualsupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/14164796Read 5 October 2026Exact Pixel 8a safety and regulatory guide, UK/EU G6GPR declaration opened.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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