Google256 GB
Pixel 9a
6.3″ · pOLED · 120 Hz · Google Tensor G4
256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Obsidian · UK specification GTF7PFull product profile
Obsidian YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 26 Sept 2026Google Pixel 9a vs OnePlus 15R
Obsidian
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Pixel 9a if…
- you want a lighter phone: 186 g vs 215 g Source: Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.3″ screen Source: Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the 15R if…
- you want a larger battery: 7,400 vs 5,100 mAh Source: OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher maximum refresh rate: 165 vs 120 Hz Source: OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 32 vs 13 MP Source: OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.83″ screen Source: OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
OnePlus256 GB
15R
6.83″ · 165 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Mint Breeze · UK 5011116965Full product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Pixel 9a
29 g lighter.
Published device weight, without a case.
- Pixel 9a
- 186g
- 15R
- 215g
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
15R
0.53″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Pixel 9a
- 6.3″
- 15R
- 6.83″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Pixel 9a
- No telephoto
- 15R
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Pixel 9a
- Not verified
- 15R
- Not verified
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
16 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsPixel 9aGoogle Tensor G4
15RQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsPixel 9a5100 mAh
15R7400 mAh
Sources
15R
UK manufacturer typical capacity: 7400 mAh (27.98 Wh); rated capacity is 7250 mAh (27.41 Wh). Not measured runtime.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
Pixel 9aWide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fps
15RMain: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 32 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
Sources
Pixel 9a
No dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
Main camera: Sony IMX906 sensor with autofocus. Ultra-wide: f/2.2. Front: f/2.0 with autofocus, records 4K at 30 fps. OnePlus lists no telephoto lens.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Pixel 9apOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peak
15R6.83-inch display; 2800 × 1272; up to 165 Hz; 1800 nits HBM
Sources
Pixel 9a
Diagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
144 Hz and 165 Hz work only in apps OnePlus lists; the active rate depends on content. 450 ppi; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. OnePlus does not name the panel technology or publish a separate peak brightness.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Maximum refresh rate
Pixel 9a120 Hz
15R165 Hz
Sources
15R
The 15R supports 144/165 Hz only in specified apps.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel 9a8 GB
15R12 GB
Sources
15R
Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 15R Mint Breeze 12 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 10 more verified differences
Update policy
Pixel 9a7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates
15RSecurity updates until 31 December 2031
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
End date from OnePlus's UK security-update list; delivery timing can vary by region and chip-supplier patches. OnePlus's UK pages for the 15R state no Android version-upgrade count.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Launch operating system
Pixel 9aLaunched with Android 15
15ROxygenOS 16 based on Android 16
Sources
Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Battery and charging
Pixel 9a5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless charging
15R7400 mAh; 80 W wired
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
Typical capacity 7400 mAh (27.98 Wh); rated 7250 mAh (27.41 Wh). 80 W SUPERVOOC needs a compatible charger and cable; bypass charging is supported. OnePlus lab test: 1% to 50% in about 22 minutes. Capacity is not a measured battery-life result.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Display resolution
Pixel 9a1080 × 2424
15R2800 × 1272
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
Pixel 9a13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
15R32 MP, f/2.0, autofocus
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection rating
In Visual factsPixel 9aIP68
15RIP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K
Sources
15R
Manufacturer declarations shown in the UK feature image. Fresh water only under stated normal conditions; not professional diving. Resistance may diminish. Water-ingress damage outside the stated conditions is not covered by the stated warranty terms.
OnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel density
Pixel 9a422.2 ppi
15R450 ppi
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
Pixel 9a6.3 in
15R6.83 in
Sources
Pixel 9a
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
Pixel 9a154.7 mm
15R163.41 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
Pixel 9a186 g
15R215 g
Sources
15R
Mint Breeze finish: 215 g. Charcoal Black is separately listed at 214 g; manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Pixel 9a154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
15R163.41 × 77.04 × 8.3 mm (height × width × depth); Mint Breeze finish
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (2)
Thickness
Pixel 9a8.9 mm
15R8.3 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
Pixel 9a73.3 mm
15R77.04 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
Pixel 9a8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
15R12 GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
15R
UFS 4.1 storage. Usable storage is lower after system files.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 15R Mint Breeze 12 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Pixel 9aUK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIM
15RUK model; dual nano-SIM; 5G
Sources
Pixel 9a
UK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)15R
UK specification. LTE 4×4 MIMO up to DL Cat 20 (1600 Mbps) / UL Cat 13 (150 Mbps), depending on carrier support. Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 34/38/39/40/41/42/48; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. US carrier compatibility and availability are not covered.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (84)
Main camera aperture
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R1.8 f-number
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Main rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R120 fps
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R30 fps
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Front camera only; the rear camera has a separate 4K 120 fps mode.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Pixel 9aYes
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Listed for the wide camera only; the ultra-wide lists none.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
The wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RYes
Sources
Pixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired charging power
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R80 W
Sources
Pixel 9a
Google lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsPixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configuration15R
SUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bypass charging
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RYes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Compatible power setup and software are required; no measured temperature or battery-health gain is claimed.
OnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Declared high-brightness mode
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R1800 nits
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Manufacturer HBM claim; not an independently measured peak or a guarantee for every image.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM type
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RLPDDR5X Ultra
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RUFS 4.1
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNo
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless connectivity
Pixel 9aWi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published update term
Pixel 9a7 years
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
OnePlus's UK specification, feature and security pages for the 15R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi support
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RWi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 5 GHz up to 160 MHz
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Router, local regulations and network settings affect availability. OnePlus does not list 6 GHz support.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R6.0
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ports and buttons
Pixel 9aUSB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UK rated battery capacity
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R7250 mAh
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Rated energy: 27.41 Wh. The separately stated typical capacity is 7400 mAh.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Authentication
Pixel 9aFingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer charging test
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R1% to 50% in around 22 minutes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
OnePlus laboratory test from 1%: ambient and initial phone temperature 25 ± 1 °C, official 80 W SUPERVOOC adapter, Smart Rapid Charging enabled and screen off. Actual results vary.
OnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
Pixel 9aCorning Gorilla Glass 3
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Fingerprint sensor
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RUltrasonic
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Exact Google UK store configuration
Pixel 9a_pixel_9a_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Declared HDR playback formats
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RHDR10+, HDR Vivid
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In the box
Pixel 9aPixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM tool
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated telephoto reach
Pixel 9a0×
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published network bands
Pixel 9a5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RYes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
Pixel 9apOLED
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
OnePlus's UK specification does not name the panel technology for the 15R.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed peak brightness
Pixel 9a2700 nits
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
OnePlus lists 1800 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM) but no separate peak brightness.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R450 ppi
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Plus Key
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RYes
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Satellite SOS
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Satellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R2031-12-31
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Published security period; delivery can vary by region/model and chip-supplier patch availability. This does not promise monthly updates or Android version upgrades.
OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
Pixel 9aProximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Advertised software tools
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RMind Space, Gemini connection, AI Writer, AI Scan and photo editing
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Plus Mind availability varies by country and region; Gemini needs setup and a compatible account. Long-pressing the Plus Key records audio memos of up to 60 seconds. Check AI output.
OnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio — Processing features
Pixel 9aNot verified
15ROReality Audio
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RInterface uses virtual navigation buttons and navigation gestures.
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Flash
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RRear LED flash (single light, monochrome temperature)
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front Camera
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R32 MP; 5P lens; 25 mm equivalent; autofocus; f/2.0
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front shooting modes
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RPhoto, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-lapse
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front video modes
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R4K, 1080p and 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K, 1080p and 720p at 30 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; multi-view video shooting
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
OnePlus uses the combined label EIS/OIS for front recording; it does not state that the front camera has optical stabilisation.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Main Camera
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RSony IMX906 sensor; 50 MP; 6P lens; optical image stabilisation; 24 mm equivalent; f/1.8; 84° field of view; autofocus
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Rear shooting modes
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RPhoto, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Cinematic, Slo-mo, Long Exposure, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Hi-Res, Google Lens, Pro, Hypertext, Doc Scanner
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Rear video modes
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R4K at 120/60/30 fps; 1080p at 120/60/30 fps; 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 120/60/30 fps, 1080p at 120/60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 4K at 120 fps, 1080p at 240/120 fps, 720p at 480/240 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; cinematic, multi-view and video zoom shooting
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Ultra-wide Camera
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R8 MP; 5P lens; 16 mm equivalent; f/2.2; 112° field of view
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Charge — Charging protocol
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R80 W SUPERVOOC
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Band
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RGSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD: bands 34/38/39/40/41/42/48; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Bluetooth
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RBluetooth 6.0, Low Energy; codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, LHDC 5.0
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — LTE/LTE-A
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R4×4 MIMO; up to UL Cat 13 (150 Mbps) and DL Cat 20 (1600 Mbps), depending on carrier support
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — NFC
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNFC enabled
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Positioning
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1C+B2a), Galileo (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Wi-Fi
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RWi-Fi 7 (802.11be); Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); 802.11a/b/g/n; Wi-Fi Display; WLAN tethering; 5 GHz 160 MHz; 2×2 MIMO
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions — Height
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R163.41 mm
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions — Thickness
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R8.30 mm
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions — Weight
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R214 g (Charcoal Black); 215 g (Mint Breeze)
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions — Width
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R77.04 mm
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Features
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RSun display; Reduce white point; Eye comfort reminders; Motion cues; Eye comfort for gaming; Colour enhancement; Colour appearance model
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Parameters
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R6.83 inches (17.35 cm, measured diagonally from corner to corner); 2800 × 1272 pixels (FHD+), 450 ppi; aspect ratio 19.8:9; HBM 1800 nits; refresh rate 60/90/120/144/165 Hz adaptive, maximum 165 Hz (144/165 Hz only in listed apps); Corning Gorilla Glass 7i cover glass; 100% DCI-P3 (typical); 1.07 billion colours (10-bit)
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Eco-design — Compatibility with removable memory cards
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RIncompatible
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Eco-design — Minimum battery endurance in cycles in number of cycles
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R1300 cycles
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Manufacturer Eco-design declaration of minimum battery endurance in charge cycles.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Eco-design — Percentage of recycled content for the product or a part
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
Manufacturer states recycled-content percentage is not available. This is not zero recycled content.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Eco-design — Recyclability rate Rcyc
Pixel 9aNot verified
15R92.39%
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Eco-design — Weight range of critical raw materials and environmentally relevant materials
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RCobalt in the battery: above 10 g; tantalum in capacitors: less than 0.01 g; neodymium in loudspeakers, vibration motors and other magnets: above 0.2 g; gold in all components: less than 0.02 g
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In The Box — Included items
Pixel 9aNot verified
15ROnePlus 15R; USB data cable; SIM ejector tool; quick guide; safety guide
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Audio Supported Formats
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RMP3, AAC, AMR, APE, OGG, FLAC, WAV, MIDI, WMA
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — HDR Supported
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RHDR10+, HDR Vivid
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Image Supported Formats
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RJPEG, BMP, PNG, DNG, HEIF, AVIF, WEBP, GIF, WBMP, ICO
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Video Supported Formats
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RMP4, 3GP, MKV, MOV, AVI, FLV, HEVC, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1, WEBM, TS, M2TS, ASF
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Note — Measurement and support conditions
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RUsable storage is lower than nominal capacity; camera pixel counts vary by mode. Battery: 7400 mAh / 27.98 Wh typical, 7250 mAh / 27.41 Wh rated. Supplier and OnePlus laboratory figures vary with software, device condition and usage; images are illustrative and specifications may be revised. The listed OS can change with updates. Highest reported SAR: head 0.991 W/kg; body 1.289 W/kg.
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Performance — Published hardware
Pixel 9aNot verified
15ROxygenOS 16.0 based on Android 16; Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Mobile Platform; CPU: Qualcomm Oryon CPU at 3.8 GHz; GPU: Qualcomm Adreno GPU 8-series at 1225 MHz; RAM: 12 GB LPDDR5X Ultra; storage: 256 GB / 512 GB UFS 4.1; battery: 7400 mAh / 27.98 Wh (typical capacity); vibration: X-axis linear motor; configurations: 12 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GB
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
15R
OnePlus lists both configurations; this product is the 12 GB + 256 GB model.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ports — Connections
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RUSB 2.0, USB Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Sensor inventory
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RProximity sensor; ambient light sensor; colour temperature sensor; e-compass; accelerometer; gyroscope; infrared remote control
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB connection
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RUSB 2.0 Type-C
Sources
Pixel 9a
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Pixel 9aNot verified
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Video is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
OnePlus lists rear and front recording up to 4K and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video recording
Pixel 9aRear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
15RNot verified
Sources
15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Pixel 9aYes
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Qi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
Pixel 9a7.5 W
15RNot verified
Sources
Pixel 9a
Manufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Google UK Pixel 9a technical specifications15R
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs112 specificationsPixel 9a15R
Pixel 9a15RWeightDiffers
186g
215g
Mint Breeze finish: 215 g. Charcoal Black is separately listed at 214 g; manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
WidthDiffers
73.3mm
77.04mm
ThicknessDiffers
8.9mm
8.3mm
DimensionsDiffers
154.7 × 73.3 × 8.9 mm (height × width × depth)
163.41 × 77.04 × 8.3 mm (height × width × depth); Mint Breeze finish
HeightDiffers
154.7 mm
163.41 mm
Form factor
slabSingle-screen bar phone per the published dimensions.
slab
ColourDiffers
Obsidian
Mint Breeze
Dimensions — Height
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
163.41 mm
Dimensions — Width
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
77.04 mm
Dimensions — Thickness
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
8.30 mm
Dimensions — Weight
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
214 g (Charcoal Black); 215 g (Mint Breeze)
Eco-design — Weight range of critical raw materials and environmentally relevant materials
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Cobalt in the battery: above 10 g; tantalum in capacitors: less than 0.01 g; neodymium in loudspeakers, vibration motors and other magnets: above 0.2 g; gold in all components: less than 0.02 g
Screen sizeDiffers
6.3″
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
6.83″
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
2700 nitsClaimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
Not verifiedClaimed peak brightness · OnePlus lists 1800 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM) but no separate peak brightness.
Pixel densityDiffers
422.2 ppi
450 ppi
Maximum refresh rateDiffers
120Hz
165Hz
The 15R supports 144/165 Hz only in specified apps.
Display specificationDiffers
pOLED; 2424 × 1080; 60–120 Hz; 2,700 nits peakDiagonal published as 160 mm on the UK page and 6.3 inches on the US page; 422.2 PPI; up to 1,800 nits (HDR); Corning Gorilla Glass 3; >1,000,000:1 contrast. Brightness figures are Google claims.
6.83-inch display; 2800 × 1272; up to 165 Hz; 1800 nits HBM144 Hz and 165 Hz work only in apps OnePlus lists; the active rate depends on content. 450 ppi; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. OnePlus does not name the panel technology or publish a separate peak brightness.
Display resolutionDiffers
1080 × 2424
2800 × 1272
Pixel density
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
450 ppi
Display — Parameters
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
6.83 inches (17.35 cm, measured diagonally from corner to corner); 2800 × 1272 pixels (FHD+), 450 ppi; aspect ratio 19.8:9; HBM 1800 nits; refresh rate 60/90/120/144/165 Hz adaptive, maximum 165 Hz (144/165 Hz only in listed apps); Corning Gorilla Glass 7i cover glass; 100% DCI-P3 (typical); 1.07 billion colours (10-bit)
Display — Features
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Sun display; Reduce white point; Eye comfort reminders; Motion cues; Eye comfort for gaming; Colour enhancement; Colour appearance model
Declared high-brightness mode
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
1800 nitsManufacturer HBM claim; not an independently measured peak or a guarantee for every image.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
15RNo source recorded
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
2
2
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED flash and front camera are not counted.
Camera systemDiffers
Wide: 48 MP (f/1.7, OIS); Ultra-wide: 13 MP (f/2.2); Front: 13 MP (f/2.2); Video: up to 4K 60 fpsNo dedicated telephoto: Google lists Super Res Zoom up to 8x (digital) and 'optical quality' at 0.5x and 1x. Wide 1/2" sensor, 82° field of view, Quad PD Dual Pixel; ultra-wide 1/3.1" sensor, 120°; selfie 96.1° field of view. Front video 4K 30 fps.
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 32 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fpsMain camera: Sony IMX906 sensor with autofocus. Ultra-wide: f/2.2. Front: f/2.0 with autofocus, records 4K at 30 fps. OnePlus lists no telephoto lens.
Front cameraDiffers
13 MP selfie camera; f/2.2 aperture; 96.1° ultrawide field of view
32 MP, f/2.0, autofocus
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
15RNo source recorded
YesListed for the wide camera only; the ultra-wide lists none.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Yes
Yes
Front camera autofocus
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has autofocus.
Yes
Camera — Main Camera
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Sony IMX906 sensor; 50 MP; 6P lens; optical image stabilisation; 24 mm equivalent; f/1.8; 84° field of view; autofocus
Camera — Ultra-wide Camera
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
8 MP; 5P lens; 16 mm equivalent; f/2.2; 112° field of view
Camera — Flash
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Rear LED flash (single light, monochrome temperature)
Camera — Rear video modes
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
4K at 120/60/30 fps; 1080p at 120/60/30 fps; 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 120/60/30 fps, 1080p at 120/60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 4K at 120 fps, 1080p at 240/120 fps, 720p at 480/240 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; cinematic, multi-view and video zoom shooting
Camera — Rear shooting modes
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Cinematic, Slo-mo, Long Exposure, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Hi-Res, Google Lens, Pro, Hypertext, Doc Scanner
Camera — Front Camera
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
32 MP; 5P lens; 25 mm equivalent; autofocus; f/2.0
Camera — Front video modes
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
4K, 1080p and 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K, 1080p and 720p at 30 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; multi-view video shootingOnePlus uses the combined label EIS/OIS for front recording; it does not state that the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Camera — Front shooting modes
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Panorama, Dual-view video, Time-lapse
Main camera aperture
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
1.8 f-numberMain rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
120 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsFront camera only; the rear camera has a separate 4K 120 fps mode.
Wireless charging
Sources
15RNo source recorded
YesQi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
5,100 mAh typical (5,000 mAh minimum); fast wired charging; Qi wireless chargingGoogle publishes no wired charging rate: its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (adapters sold separately). Wireless charging is up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers. Battery-life claims (30+ hours; up to 100 hours with Extreme Battery Saver) are Google estimates, not independent tests.
7400 mAh; 80 W wiredTypical capacity 7400 mAh (27.98 Wh); rated 7250 mAh (27.41 Wh). 80 W SUPERVOOC needs a compatible charger and cable; bypass charging is supported. OnePlus lab test: 1% to 50% in about 22 minutes. Capacity is not a measured battery-life result.
UK typical battery capacityDiffers
5100 mAhTypical; minimum rated capacity 5,000 mAh.
7400 mAhUK manufacturer typical capacity: 7400 mAh (27.98 Wh); rated capacity is 7250 mAh (27.41 Wh). Not measured runtime.
Wired charging power
Not verifiedGoogle lists only 'Fast charging' and publishes no wired charging rate or charge time; its footnote says fast wired charging rates are based on the Google 45W USB-C Charger (sold separately). The UK configuration page's charger label says this SKU supports USB PD chargers with power minimum 7.5 W and maximum 27 W (charger not included). That is charger compatibility, not a charging rate, so the value stays unknown.
80 WSUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
Wireless charging power
Sources
15RNo source recorded
7.5 WManufacturer 'up to' figure with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately); Google says actual results may be slower. Not a measured rate.
Not verified
Charge — Charging protocol
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
80 W SUPERVOOC
Eco-design — Minimum battery endurance in cycles in number of cycles
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
1300 cyclesManufacturer Eco-design declaration of minimum battery endurance in charge cycles.
Bypass charging
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
YesCompatible power setup and software are required; no measured temperature or battery-health gain is claimed.
Manufacturer charging test
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
1% to 50% in around 22 minutesOnePlus laboratory test from 1%: ambient and initial phone temperature 25 ± 1 °C, official 80 W SUPERVOOC adapter, Smart Rapid Charging enabled and screen off. Actual results vary.
UK rated battery capacity
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
7250 mAhRated energy: 27.41 Wh. The separately stated typical capacity is 7400 mAh.
Published support term
Sources
15RNo source recorded
7 yearsPublished update term · OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Update policyDiffers
7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updatesGoogle's page does not state the start date on this page; Google's policy for Pixel counts from the model's initial availability, so the remaining term is shorter for a model launched with Android 15.
Security updates until 31 December 2031End date from OnePlus's UK security-update list; delivery timing can vary by region and chip-supplier patches. OnePlus's UK pages for the 15R state no Android version-upgrade count.
Published operating systemDiffers
Launched with Android 15
OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16
Multimedia — HDR Supported
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Multimedia — Audio Supported Formats
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
MP3, AAC, AMR, APE, OGG, FLAC, WAV, MIDI, WMA
Multimedia — Video Supported Formats
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
MP4, 3GP, MKV, MOV, AVI, FLV, HEVC, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1, WEBM, TS, M2TS, ASF
Multimedia — Image Supported Formats
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
JPEG, BMP, PNG, DNG, HEIF, AVIF, WEBP, GIF, WBMP, ICO
Note — Measurement and support conditions
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Usable storage is lower than nominal capacity; camera pixel counts vary by mode. Battery: 7400 mAh / 27.98 Wh typical, 7250 mAh / 27.41 Wh rated. Supplier and OnePlus laboratory figures vary with software, device condition and usage; images are illustrative and specifications may be revised. The listed OS can change with updates. Highest reported SAR: head 0.991 W/kg; body 1.289 W/kg.
ChipsetDiffers
Google Tensor G4Titan M2 security coprocessor.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
8 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
12 GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM; 256 GB storageUFS 4.1 storage. Usable storage is lower after system files.
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK model GTF7P; nano-SIM + eSIMUK page lists model GTF7P with LTE bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75. The US store page instead lists model GXQ96 with US carrier bands (e.g. LTE 13/14/25/29/30/48/71, 5G n70/n71), so the UK and US units are different hardware models. Check carrier support before using one region's model in the other.
UK model; dual nano-SIM; 5GUK specification. LTE 4×4 MIMO up to DL Cat 20 (1600 Mbps) / UL Cat 13 (150 Mbps), depending on carrier support. Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 34/38/39/40/41/42/48; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. US carrier compatibility and availability are not covered.
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
Physical RAMDiffers
8 GB
12 GBVirtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
Panel technology
pOLED
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification does not name the panel technology for the 15R.
eSIM only
No
No
Ingress protectionDiffers
IP68
IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69KManufacturer declarations shown in the UK feature image. Fresh water only under stated normal conditions; not professional diving. Resistance may diminish. Water-ingress damage outside the stated conditions is not covered by the stated warranty terms.
Ports and buttons
Sources
15RNo source recorded
USB Type-C 3.2 · Power button · Volume controls
Not verified
Wireless connectivity
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz, 2×2 MIMO) · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC · Google Cast · Dual-band GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC)
Not verified
Published network bands
Sources
15RNo source recorded
5G Sub-6 GHz (model GTF7P) · GSM/EDGE: quad-band (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) · UMTS/HSPA+/HSDPA: bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19 · LTE: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/21/26/28/32/38/39/40/41/42/66/75 · 5G Sub-6: bands 1/2/3/5/7/8/12/20/26/28/38/40/41/66/75/77/78/79 · NB-IoT: bands 23/255/256
Not verified
Authentication
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Fingerprint Unlock · Face Unlock · Pattern, PIN, password
Not verified
Sensors
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Proximity · Ambient light · Accelerometer · Gyrometer · Magnetometer · Barometer
Not verified
In the box
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Pixel 9a · 1 m USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0) · SIM toolNo charger is listed in the box.
Not verified
Cover glass
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Not verified
Video recording
Sources
15RNo source recorded
Rear: 4K at 30/60 FPS, 1080p at 30/60 FPS, digital zoom up to 5x; Front: 4K at 30 FPS; slo-mo up to 240 FPS; formats HEVC, AVC, AV1, VP9
Not verified
UK manufacturer reference price
£499Google UK Store price for Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) on 26 September 2026, when it was the only in-stock UK Pixel 9a configuration (the 128 GB and other colours showed 'Out of stock'). Not a live offer; retailer prices may differ.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK product page did not show a dated price for this configuration.
Exact Google UK store configuration
Sources
15RNo source recorded
_pixel_9a_obsidian_256gb_unlocked
Not verified
Memory card support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
No
Performance — Published hardware
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
OxygenOS 16.0 based on Android 16; Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Mobile Platform; CPU: Qualcomm Oryon CPU at 3.8 GHz; GPU: Qualcomm Adreno GPU 8-series at 1225 MHz; RAM: 12 GB LPDDR5X Ultra; storage: 256 GB / 512 GB UFS 4.1; battery: 7400 mAh / 27.98 Wh (typical capacity); vibration: X-axis linear motor; configurations: 12 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GBOnePlus lists both configurations; this product is the 12 GB + 256 GB model.
Connectivity — LTE/LTE-A
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
4×4 MIMO; up to UL Cat 13 (150 Mbps) and DL Cat 20 (1600 Mbps), depending on carrier support
Connectivity — Band
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD: bands 34/38/39/40/41/42/48; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n13/n20/n25/n26/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78
Connectivity — Wi-Fi
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be); Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); 802.11a/b/g/n; Wi-Fi Display; WLAN tethering; 5 GHz 160 MHz; 2×2 MIMO
Connectivity — Bluetooth
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth 6.0, Low Energy; codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, LHDC 5.0
Connectivity — NFC
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
NFC enabled
Connectivity — Positioning
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1C+B2a), Galileo (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Sensors — Sensor inventory
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Proximity sensor; ambient light sensor; colour temperature sensor; e-compass; accelerometer; gyroscope; infrared remote control
Ports — Connections
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0, USB Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Interface uses virtual navigation buttons and navigation gestures.
Audio — Processing features
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
OReality Audio
Eco-design — Compatibility with removable memory cards
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Incompatible
Eco-design — Recyclability rate Rcyc
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
92.39%
In The Box — Included items
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
OnePlus 15R; USB data cable; SIM ejector tool; quick guide; safety guide
Physical RAM type
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
LPDDR5X Ultra
Storage technology
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
UFS 4.1
Wi-Fi support
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 5 GHz up to 160 MHzRouter, local regulations and network settings affect availability. OnePlus does not list 6 GHz support.
Bluetooth version
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
6.0
NFC
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
USB connection
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0 Type-C
Plus Key
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Published security update end date
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
2031-12-31Published security period; delivery can vary by region/model and chip-supplier patch availability. This does not promise monthly updates or Android version upgrades.
Declared HDR playback formats
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Fingerprint sensor
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Ultrasonic
Advertised software tools
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Mind Space, Gemini connection, AI Writer, AI Scan and photo editingPlus Mind availability varies by country and region; Gemini needs setup and a compatible account. Long-pressing the Plus Key records audio memos of up to 60 seconds. Check AI output.
Show unverified (10)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Not verifiedVideo is listed up to 4K; 8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verifiedOnePlus lists rear and front recording up to 4K and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera autofocus
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15RNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe wide camera is listed as 'Quad PD Dual Pixel' but the page does not explicitly state autofocus for either rear camera; not converted into a capability claim.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
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15RNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verified
Satellite SOS
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15RNo source recorded
Not verifiedSatellite SOS is not listed in Google's UK Safety specification for this model, so check before relying on it.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Eco-design — Percentage of recycled content for the product or a part
Sources
Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedManufacturer states recycled-content percentage is not available. This is not zero recycled content.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
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Pixel 9aNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification, feature and security pages for the 15R state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
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How we calculate scoresGoogle Pixel 9a
256 GB · checked 26 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight186 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Width73.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Thickness8.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
US page states 6.3 inches; UK page states 160 mm. Not converted by us.
GoogleGooglePeak brightness2,700 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; HDR brightness is listed separately as up to 1,800 nits.
GoogleClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
OS, security and Pixel Drop updates; counted by Google from initial availability, not from purchase.
GoogleWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Qi certified. Google's UK specification footnote gives a wireless charging rate of up to 7.5 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately) and says actual results may be slower.
GoogleReverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Pixel density422.2 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No telephoto camera is listed; Super Res Zoom up to 8x is digital/computational.
GoogleClaimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceGoogle
Manufacturer list price£499.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceGoogle
All sources3
- Google UK Pixel 9a technical specificationsGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Pixel 9a Obsidian 256 GB (unlocked) — Google UK Store configurationGoogle · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- Google US Pixel 9a technical specifications (regional comparison)Google · accessed 26 Sept 2026
OnePlus 15R
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight215 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Mint Breeze finish: 215 g. Charcoal Black is separately listed at 214 g; manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
OnePlusWidth77.04 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.83 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Claimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingIP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69KManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer declarations shown in the UK feature image. Fresh water only under stated normal conditions; not professional diving. Resistance may diminish. Water-ingress damage outside the stated conditions is not covered by the stated warranty terms.
OnePlusRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence
Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
OnePlusOnePlusPixel density450 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate165 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
The 15R supports 144/165 Hz only in specified apps.
OnePlusNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlusManufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- OnePlus UK 15R complete technical specificationsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 15R Mint Breeze 12 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK 15R features and test restrictionsOnePlus · accessed 13 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
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