Google Pixel 7a vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $180 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 30/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 560,883); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 210g).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 35
Battery 56
Design 37
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 560883
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1890
  • Lighter: 193g vs 210g

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Cheaper: $140 vs $180

  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Google Pixel 7a scores 8 points higher (38/100 vs 30/100). 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 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (56/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (56/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo: The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Tecno Pova 7 Neo
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
AnTuTu 1194673 560883
Geekbench Single 1459 760
Geekbench Multi 3451 1890
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2460
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 14
NFC yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm
Weight 193 g 210 g
Price $180 $140
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 7 Neo MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
30/100 -113.0%
560883 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 113.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
$140

Price difference: $40. Tecno Pova 7 Neo is cheaper by $40.

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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (67/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (56/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (58/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.