Google Pixel 7a vs Realme V21
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a (2023) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme V21 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Google Pixel 7a
Realme V21
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Realme V21, the Google Pixel 7a scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 leads (36/100 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 Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | — | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
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 Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (67/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Realme V21?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.