Google Pixel 7a vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 16/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 20C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 22 points (38/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Google Pixel 7a scores 22 points higher (38/100 vs 16/100). 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 Tecno Spark 20C leads (36/100 vs 22/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (97/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Tecno Spark 20C
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 13
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 193 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Tecno Spark 20C
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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (67/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 20C is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 22 points (38/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

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

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Tecno Spark 20C?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.