Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $180 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 38/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,194,673); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 133); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1999
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 5W
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 23 points higher (61/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (67/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (97/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $180 | $1999 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Google Pixel 7a by 61.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1819. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $1819.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (67/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (25/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (58/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (97/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 23 points (61/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.