Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; estimated prices are $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 9/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 54,000); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 54000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $180 vs $200
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Lighter: 143g vs 193g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, the Google Pixel 7a scores 29 points higher (38/100 vs 9/100). 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 Google Pixel 7a leads (22/100 vs 0/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 54000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 2400 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 143 g | |
| Price | $180 | $200 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 2112.4% 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 Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (67/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (22/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.