Google Pixel 7a vs Google Pixel Fold
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel Fold leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel Fold has the bigger battery (4821 mAh vs 4385); the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 859,865); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 283g).
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel Fold
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 859865
- Lighter: 193g vs 283g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 60/100)
- Bigger battery: 4821 vs 4385 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Google Pixel Fold, the Google Pixel Fold scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel Fold leads (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Google Pixel Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 859865 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 1459 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 3451 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.6" Foldable OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1840x2208 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4821 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 158.7×139.7×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 283 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel Fold
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel Fold
- 7.6" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1840x2208
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Google Pixel Fold
- 4821 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Google Pixel Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Google Pixel Fold by 38.9% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel Fold notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (60/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Google Pixel Fold?
The Google Pixel 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 Fold?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Google Pixel Fold — 64/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Google Pixel Fold?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for active users.