Google Pixel 7 vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 7 (2022) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3; launch prices were $599 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4355); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,192,791); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7 has the stronger camera (140 vs 136).
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 8a
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 7W
- Better camera (73/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1192791
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4355 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $599
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7 vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 8a scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Google Pixel 7 — 36/100, Google Pixel 8a — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1192791 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4355 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 155.6×73.2×8.7 mm | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $499 |
Google Pixel 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7
- 4355 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 20W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
We compared Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Google Pixel 7 by 16.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8a was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Google Pixel 7 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the Google Pixel 7 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 7 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7 or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 7 is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.