Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $180 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 38/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,194,673); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 4385 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (22/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 3451
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 5W
- Lighter: 163g vs 193g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 25 points higher (63/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (97/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $180 | $1099 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Google Pixel 7a by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $919. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $919.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (97/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 25 points (63/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.