Google Pixel 7a vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $180 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 25/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 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 477,542).
Google Pixel 7a
Nokia G42
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1816
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 24/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 20W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $150 vs $180
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 7a scores 13 points higher (38/100 vs 25/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100. In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 560 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $180 | $150 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Nokia G42 by 150.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $30. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $30.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (67/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Nokia G42 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nokia G42 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.