Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $180 and $166. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 48/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 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 602,971).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1963
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 193g
- Cheaper: $166 vs $180
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, the Google Pixel 7a scores 12 points higher (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 602971 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1963 | |
| 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 | 7W | — | |
| 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 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $180 | $166 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 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 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 98.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $14. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is cheaper by $14.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (64/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (67/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (64/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use.