Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $180 and $1531. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 60/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,194,673); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1531
- Better camera (67/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 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 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 9 points higher (69/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (88/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| 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, up to 7 major Android upgrades, 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 | $1531 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 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 Fold7
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Google Pixel 7a by 61.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1351. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $1351.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (67/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (88/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Google Pixel 7a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.