Google Pixel 7a vs Nubia Air
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300; estimated prices are $180 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 34/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Air 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 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Nubia Air
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 2073
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $180 vs $182
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 193g
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Nubia Air, 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 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air leads (39/100 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 Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Nubia Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $180 | $182 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Nubia Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Nubia Air by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $2. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $2.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (67/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Nubia Air by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Air — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Nubia Air?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.