Google Pixel 7a vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 7a has the stronger camera (133 vs 129); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 257g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 1707 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4431 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 21W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 1401321 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 1707 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 4431 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 8.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2076x2152 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 129 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 257 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Google Pixel 7a by 19.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (70/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.