Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Frontier 22
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads — 42/100 vs 38/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Frontier 22 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP.
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Frontier 22
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 50W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Frontier 22, the Motorola Frontier 22 scores 4 points higher (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (40/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (40/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Frontier 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 50W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 60 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | — | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (40/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Motorola Frontier 22 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 Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Frontier 22 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Frontier 22?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.