Google Pixel 7a vs Nokia X30

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 23/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 592,015); the Nokia X30 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).

The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Nokia X30 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Nokia X30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 33
Battery 20
Design 68
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 2003
  • Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4200 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (22/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 185g vs 193g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nokia X30, the Google Pixel 7a scores 15 points higher (38/100 vs 23/100). 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 33/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (22/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (97/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Nokia X30
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 1194673 592015
Geekbench Single 1459 905
Geekbench Multi 3451 2003
Display 6.1" OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 4200 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 12
Brightness (peak) 700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm
Weight 193 g 185 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
20
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Nokia X30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
23/100 -101.8%
592015 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Nokia X30 by 101.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Nokia X30
Price unknown
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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (67/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (22/100 vs 20/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Nokia X30 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nokia X30 — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nokia X30?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nokia X30?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.