Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Moto G 2026
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 34/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 524,785).
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Moto G 2026
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 202g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 47/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Moto G 2026, the Google Pixel 7a scores 4 points higher (38/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Moto G 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 202 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Moto G 2026
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Motorola Moto G 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Motorola Moto G 2026 by 127.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $20. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $20.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (44/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G 2026?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G 2026 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 Moto G 2026?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G 2026 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G 2026?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G 2026?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Moto G 2026?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.