Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,194,673); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 133); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 214g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 5W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (51/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (58/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $180 | $1299 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Google Pixel 7a by 66.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1119. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $1119.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (51/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (58/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (97/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.