ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Google Pixel 8a
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3; launch prices were $999 and $499. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,828,576 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8a has the stronger camera (136 vs 108); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Google Pixel 8a
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1828576 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Google Pixel 8a received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (60/100 vs 39/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, Google Pixel 8a — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (57/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $499 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads Google Pixel 8a by 27.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Google Pixel 8a was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (70/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (60/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (57/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Google Pixel 8a?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (76/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Google Pixel 8a?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Google Pixel 8a?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.