Google Pixel 7a vs Poco M6 Plus
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 32/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Plus has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't.
Google Pixel 7a
Poco M6 Plus
- Lighter: 193g vs 205g
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Poco M6 Plus, the Google Pixel 7a scores 6 points higher (38/100 vs 32/100). 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 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus leads (41/100 vs 22/100). 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, the Poco M6 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (41/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Poco M6 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco M6 Plus
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco M6 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Poco M6 Plus
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M6 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (41/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (58/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco M6 Plus?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Poco M6 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Poco M6 Plus?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco M6 Plus — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco M6 Plus?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Poco M6 Plus?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Poco M6 Plus?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.