Google Pixel 7 Pro vs Google Pixel 7a

The Google Pixel 7 Pro (2022) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7 Pro leads — 68/100 vs 60/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 1,122,581); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7 Pro has the stronger camera (147 vs 133); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 212g).

The Google Pixel 7 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7 Pro
Performance 63
Display 89
Camera 78
Battery 54
Portability 43
Value for money 48
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 64
Display 70
Camera 67
Battery 37
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 7 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 7W

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 1122581
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 212g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7 Pro vs the Google Pixel 7a, the Google Pixel 7 Pro scores 8 points higher (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 7 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

Google Pixel 7 Pro: The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7 Pro Google Pixel 7a
Processor Google Tensor G2 Google Tensor G2
AnTuTu 1122581 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451 3451
Display 6.7" LTPO OLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 3120x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4385 mAh
Charging 30W 18W
Wireless charging 23W 7W
DXOMark (camera) 147 133
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP67
Dimensions 162.9×76.6×8.9 mm 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm
Weight 212 g 193 g
Launch price $899
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.85
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
78
camera
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
70
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 23W
54
battery
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 7a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7 Pro Google Tensor G2
68/100
1122581 AnTuTu
Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
60/100 +6.0%
1194673 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Google Pixel 7 Pro by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7 Pro
$899
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 7 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (89/100 vs 70/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (54/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 Pro or the Google Pixel 7a?

The Google Pixel 7 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Google Pixel 7a?

The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Google Pixel 7a — 60/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7 Pro or the Google Pixel 7a?

The Google Pixel 7 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 Pro over the Google Pixel 7a?

The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.