Google Pixel 7a vs Realme 12
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 36/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Google Pixel 7a
Realme 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1884
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 38/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Realme 12, the Google Pixel 7a scores 2 points higher (38/100 vs 36/100). 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 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 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 Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Realme 12 (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Realme 12 by 132.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $20. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $20.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Realme 12 (67/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Realme 12 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.