Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $180 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 60/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 1,194,673); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 3900 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $180 vs $229
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 3451
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Lighter: 168g vs 193g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 6 points higher (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $180 | $229 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Google Pixel 7a by 28.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $49. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $49.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.