Google Pixel 7a vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 9/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 8 MP; the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 193g).

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (22/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 193g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Google Pixel 7a scores 29 points higher (38/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (22/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (97/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Google Tensor G2 Unisoc
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 2GB
Storage 128GB 32GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 193 g 150 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (67/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.