Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 43/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 524,785); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't.
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 199g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Google Pixel 7a scores 17 points higher (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $140 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 127.6% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 7a
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In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (64/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M17e — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (64/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.