Google Pixel 7a vs Poco F9 Pro
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Poco F9 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Pro has the bigger battery (6330 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,426 vs 1,126,520).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Poco F9 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 206g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Poco F9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3228426 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 6330 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Poco F9 Pro, the Poco F9 Pro scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Poco F9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3228426 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1156x2510 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco F9 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco F9 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco F9 Pro
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Poco F9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Pro leads Google Pixel 7a by 65.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco F9 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on camera score (74/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Poco F9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Poco F9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.