Google Pixel 7 vs Google Pixel 7a
The Google Pixel 7 (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 leads — 62/100 vs 60/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4355); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 7 is faster in AnTuTu (1,203,381 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7 has the stronger camera (140 vs 133).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 7a
What makes Google Pixel 7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1203381 vs 1126520
- Faster charging: 20W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 7W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4355 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 197g
- Better display (70/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7 vs the Google Pixel 7a, the Google Pixel 7 scores 2 points higher (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1203381 | 1126520 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 3867 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4355 mAh | 4385 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 155.6×73.2×8.7 mm | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7
- 4355 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 20W
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7 leads Google Pixel 7a by 6.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (65/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 7 edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 7 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 7a — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 7 leads on camera score (73/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 over the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 7 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.