Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo Y21
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 60/100 vs 44/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 524,785); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Google Pixel 7a
Vivo Y21
- Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo Y21, the Google Pixel 7a scores 16 points higher (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $178 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7a leads Vivo Y21 by 127.6% in our overall performance rating.
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (64/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (58/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (64/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo Y21?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.