Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $180 and $153. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 26/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 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 548,631); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is thinner (7.5mm vs 9.0mm).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 548631
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1890
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 28/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 190g vs 193g
- Cheaper: $153 vs $180
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 22/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Google Pixel 7a scores 12 points higher (38/100 vs 26/100). 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 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (37/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (67/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (37/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $180 | $153 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 117.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $27. Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper by $27.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (67/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (37/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.