Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $180 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 29/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 32 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 524,785).
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 202g
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 12/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 47/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4385 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $166 vs $180
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Moto G Play (2026), the Google Pixel 7a scores 9 points higher (38/100 vs 29/100). 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 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (42/100 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 Play (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 Play (2026) (67/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 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 Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Moto G Play (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 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | |
| 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 | $166 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- Main: 32MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Motorola Moto G Play (2026), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 127.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $14. Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is cheaper by $14.
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 Play (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 Play (2026) (67/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 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 Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G Play (2026)?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G Play (2026)?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G Play (2026)?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G Play (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 Play (2026)?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.