Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Moto G54

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Moto G54 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 33/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G54 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 633,547); the Motorola Moto G54 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 193g).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G54 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Motorola Moto G54
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 36
Design 78
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 633547
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 1061
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 2398
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $200

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G54 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 177g vs 193g

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Moto G54, the Google Pixel 7a scores 5 points higher (38/100 vs 33/100). 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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G54 leads (36/100 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 G54 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G54 (67/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G54 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G54 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G54 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Moto G54: The Motorola Moto G54 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Motorola Moto G54
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Dimensity 7020
AnTuTu 1194673 633547
Geekbench Single 1459 1061
Geekbench Multi 3451 2398
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 15W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 161.6×73.8×8.0 mm
Weight 193 g 177 g
Price $180 $200
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Motorola Moto G54
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Motorola Moto G54
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Motorola Moto G54
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Motorola Moto G54, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Motorola Moto G54 MediaTek Dimensity 7020
33/100 -88.6%
633547 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Motorola Moto G54 by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Motorola Moto G54
$200

Price difference: $20. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $20.

Detailed category analysis
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 G54 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 G54 (67/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G54 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G54 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G54 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G54?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G54 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G54?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G54 — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G54?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G54?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Moto G54?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G54 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.